CFP: Ethics and Social Justice Prize

Fordham University’s Center for Ethics Education is organizing a new national undergraduate essay competition, the Ethics and Social Justice Essay Prize. This competition is open to all college seniors at accredited 4-year colleges and universities in the U.S. The competition, which has a top prize of $1,000, is intended to amplify historically underrepresented voices and perspectives on issues of societal import, and to encourage thoughtful reflection and critical thinking about ethical concepts as they are encountered personally and as members of society committed to social justice.

The theme for the 2020 competition is: Racial Justice: Realities and Possibilities.

Deadline: December 1, 2020.

For more information, including eligibility and submission information, please visit the essay prize’s website!

Women’s Philosophy Conference

The Metropolitan State University of Denver is presenting a conference for female and non-binary undergraduate philosophers to showcase their work. The goal of this conference is to provide a forum for female and non-binary undergraduates to connect with peers and engage in a welcoming, philosophical community. All genders are welcome to attend the conference or to serve as commentators or session chairs and help build this community further.

To be considered for presenting at this conference, students are asked to submit an 8-10 page philosophical paper. There are no restrictions on the subject matter but diverse perspectives are highly encouraged.

The submission deadline is January 24, 2020, and the acceptance notifications will be out by February 10, 2020. A $500 prize is offered for the best paper. To submit a paper, electronic submissions should be sent to egoodnic@msudenver.edu.

If your paper is accepted, you can apply for a University of Puget Sound travel award here

This conference is a wonderful opportunity to engage in a community centered around inclusivity and diversity in philosophy. If you’re interested, look here for information on previous conferences.

Great Lakes Philosophy Conference — Ethics in Action

Sienna Heights University is calling on students with a passion for ethics in the world today! The Great Lakes Philosophy Conference will be held in Adrian, Michigan on April 3rd through April 5th, 2020.

To be considered in joining this conference, students are asked to write papers related to the theme of “Ethics in Action.” Possible paper topics include trends in ethics, interpersonal ethics, social ethics, ethics within and across disciplines and specialties, the intersection of ethics and politics, applied and professional ethics, metaethics, and ethical theory, but alternative prompts are welcome as well. The official submission requirement page is here.

A special stream will be featured for presentations relating to the topic of “The Crisis of American Democracy.” The goal for these presentations will be to compile them into a publication as conference proceedings.

All undergraduate and graduate students are welcome to submit a paper. Final papers should be appropriate for a 20-30 minute presentation and contribute to an inclusive, collaborative environment. To submit a paper, you will need to submit an abstract of up to 500 words here. The deadline for submissions is on January 1st, 2020 and the deadline for acceptance notifications is on January 8th, 2020. There are $100 respective prizes for the best undergraduate and graduate student papers.

If your paper is accepted to be presented at the Great Lakes Conference, you can apply for a travel award here!

This is a wonderful opportunity to get involved with people from all sorts of different fields and professions! If you have any questions, email lharper3@sienaheights.edu for more information.

CFA: 2019 Ethics and Broader Considerations of Technology Conference (University of Nebraska–Lincoln)

University of Nebraska–Lincoln have sent out a call for abstracts for their 2019 Ethics and Broader Considerations of Technology Conference. Submissions should be on topics of ethics and technology. This conference is open to both undergraduate and graduate students. Prof. Tubert will be a featured speaker at this conference.

Submission Deadline: June 15, 2019
Conference Dates: October 31–November 2, 2019

Students are also invited to create a game about ethics and technology for the The Ethics and Technology Game Jam.

For more information about submission requirements, featured speakers, or other conference inquiries, visit the conference website.

CFP: Upcoming Undergraduate Philosophy Conferences and Philosophy Journals

Several upcoming undergraduate philosophy conferences and undergraduate philosophy journals have put out calls for papers. You are highly encouraged to submit any of your outstanding philosophical work. For more information about submitting your work, visit their websites.

Students whose work is accepted to present at a conference can apply for a travel grant from the university. More details about student travel awards are on the university website.

Moral and Political Philosophy at the Border Conference
Conference Dates: April 26–27, 2019
Submission Deadline: December 15, 2018
Keynote speaker: Dr. Christine Straehle (University of Ottawa) & Sukaina Hirji (Virginia Tech)

• https://philevents.org/event/show/66690

24th Annual SUNY Oneonta Undergraduate Philosophy Conference
Conference Dates: April 12–13, 2019
Submission Deadline: December 15, 2018

• https://philevents.org/event/show/67018

Great Lakes Philosophy Conference
Conference Dates: April 5–7, 2019
Submission Deadline: December 15, 2018
Keynote Speaker: Robert Audi, University of Notre Dame

• http://greatlakesphilosophyconference.weebly.com/
• https://philevents.org/event/show/67498

Fifth Annual Southern Utah University Undergraduate Philosophy Conference
Conference Dates: March 23, 2019
Submission Deadline: January 12, 2019

• https://philevents.org/event/show/67254

Dianoia: The Undergraduate Philosophy Journal of Boston College
Submission Deadline: January 25, 2019

• https://philevents.org/event/show/66674
• https://www.bc.edu/bc-web/schools/mcas/departments/philosophy/undergraduate/dianoia.html

SLU Undergraduate Philosophy Conference
Conference Dates: March 29–30, 2019
Submission Deadline: January 31, 2019
Keynote Speaker: David Wong, Duke University

• https://philevents.org/event/show/67594

Gonzaga University Undergraduate Conference
Conference Dates: April 12–13, 2019
Submission Deadline: February 15, 2019

• https://philevents.org/event/show/67382

Rowan University Regional Undergraduate Ethics Conference
Conference Dates: April 12, 2019
Submission Deadline: February 22, 2019

• https://philevents.org/event/show/67674

Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity 2019 Prize in Ethics Essay Contest

The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity has announced their 2019 Prize in Ethics Essay Contest. The Foundation challenges college level juniors and seniors to submit their work analyzing the urgent ethical issues confronting them in today’s complex world.

The submission deadline is Friday, December 14, 2018 at 5pm PST.

Awards:

• First Prize – $ 5,000
• Second Prize – $ 2,500
• Third Prize – $ 1,500
• Two Honorable Mentions – $ 500 Each

Eligibility:

• Registered undergraduate full-time Juniors or Seniors at accredited four-year colleges or universities in the United States during the Fall 2018 Semester.

2019 Essay Topic:

Articulate with clarity an ethical issue that you have encountered and analyze what it has taught you about ethics and yourself. Note that the most engaging essays often reflect deeply on a particularly meaningful experience or episode in one’s life. That approach could focus ethical reflection on:

A personal issue
A family matter
A travel incident
An academic inquiry
A dilemma in literature or film
A recent article or editorial in a major newspaper
A current conflict in American life
An international crisis

Write about any specific topic you wish, provided it explores an ethical problem, question, issue, or concern.

For more information please visit their website.

CFP: Upcoming Undergraduate Philosophy Conferences and Philosophy Journals

Several upcoming undergraduate philosophy conferences and undergraduate philosophy journals have put out calls for papers. You are highly encouraged to submit any of your outstanding philosophical work. For more information about submitting your work, visit their websites.

STANCE International Undergraduate Philosophy Journal
Submission Deadline: December 14, 2018

• https://www.stancephilosophy.com/for-authors 

Georgia State Student Philosophy Symposium
Conference Dates: February 22, 2019
Submission Deadline: December 20, 2018, 12 noon ET
Keynote speaker: Professor Michael Monahan, University of Memphis

• https://philevents.org/event/show/65918
• https://ethics.gsu.edu/students/pstsymposium/submission/

Mudd Undergraduate Conference in Ethics
Conference Dates: March 16–17, 2019
Submission Deadline: December 31, 2018

• https://philevents.org/event/show/64578
• https://www.wlu.edu/mudd-center/mudd-journal-of-ethics

Eastern Michigan University’s 9th Annual Undergraduate Conference in Philosophy
Conference Dates: March 9–10, 2019
Submission Deadline: January 10, 2019
Keynote Speaker: Kirsten Jacobson, University of Maine

• https://philevents.org/event/show/66526
• http://www.emuucip.com/

Midsouth Undergraduate Philosophy Conference
Conference Dates: March 22–23, 2019
Submission Deadline: January 15, 2019

• https://philevents.org/event/show/66378

Rutgers Columbia Undergraduate Conference 2019
Conference Dates: April 6, 2019
Submission Deadline:January 17, 2019
Keynote Speakers: Susanna Schellenberg, Rutgers University and Achille Varzi, Columbia University

• https://philevents.org/event/show/64450

The 23rd Annual Pacific University Undergraduate Philosophy Conference Conference Dates: April 5–6, 2019
Submission Deadline: February 1, 2019
Keynote Speaker: Susan Haack, University of Miami

• https://www.pacificu.edu/about/events/camps-conferences-workshops/undergraduate-philosophy-conference
• https://philevents.org/event/show/66270
  

 

CFP: MSU Denver’s Fourth Annual Undergraduate Women’s Philosophy Conference

Metropolitan State University of Denver have put out a call for papers for their Annual Undergraduate Women’s Philosophy Conference from April 5-7, 2019. See the message and call for papers below from MSU Professors Carol Quinn and Liz Goodnick:

Profs Carol Quinn and Liz Goodnick are excited to announce MSU Denver’s Fourth Annual Undergraduate Women’s Philosophy Conference, April 5-7, 2019. This is the only conference of its kind. It’s an incredible experience of shared scholarship and community building, and it keeps growing!

For the third year in a row, we are happy to announce a $500 prize for the student with the best paper who will also serve as our student keynote speaker. Our faculty keynote speaker this year is Tina Rulli, Assistant Professor of Philosophy, UC Davis.

For the second year in a row, we are holding a lottery to pay for hotel and airfare for one student. Please circulate this call for papers with your students and faculty, and with any of your contacts outside of your institution. Help us get the word out!

We hope to see you and your students next year at this exciting event.

Carol and Liz

CFP: Rutgers Columbia Undergraduate Conference 2019

The Department of Philosophy at Rutgers University – New Brunswick is hosting an Undergraduate Philosophy Conference in April. Email your submissions to theundergraduateconference@gmail.com. For more information, visit their event page.

Submission deadline: January 17, 2019
Conference date: April 6, 2019

CALL FOR PAPERS: Areté, Rutgers University Undergraduate Journal of Philosophy

Below is information about a call for papers from Giang Le, the Areté Editor-in-Chief.

Call for Papers

Areté, The Undergraduate Philosophy Journal of Rutgers University, is now accepting paper submissions for publication in its Spring 2019 issue. Approximately 3 papers will be published, digitally and in print (limited run).

Traditionally, only work from juniors and seniors is encouraged, as analytic rigor is a prerequisite for publication. That being said, any paper of exquisite quality from any field of philosophy is welcome for submission. We only require that the paper submitted is your work done for a traditional class, or your independent research during undergraduate studies.

Submissions should not exceed 8,000 words, with a cover page, abstract, and citations. For the purpose of blind review, do not include information in the text of your paper that identifies you as the author or the institution you attend. Please also include a separate document with your biographical information including institution and graduation date. Papers should be submitted via email attachment (from an email address we can use to correspond with you) in Word document or PDF format, to rundergrad.philo.journal@gmail.com by October 31st, 2018.

The authors of papers accepted for publication will be notified in December.