Author: Huenemann

Sherlock Holmes, that is. Professor Brian McCuskey of English will present his “last lecture” (not really the last) on Wednesday, 9/27, at 3:30 p.m. in the Caine Performance Hall. Promises to be funny and mind-bending, in equal measures.

Whether you are a believer or not, there can be no question that the Bible has had a huge impact on intellectual history – and continues to exert its influence today, in one way or another. Hence it behooves us to know it. Chasen Robbins has established a weekly bible study group – and all are welcome! Details:

Our first Ethics Bowl meeting will be next Thursday, September 7th, at 12:30, in Main 227. If you are unable to attend, please send a note to Professor Holberg (erica.holberg(at)usu.edu). For those who don’t know, Ethics Bowl is a debate-like activity, but with an emphasis on constructive dialogue rather than just scoring points against an opponent. The regional tournament will be at USU this year!

Welcome to the fall term, students returning or new! In addition to the great courses we’re offering, there will be philosophical events through the term. Keep checking this blog or subscribe to it (see the column on the left) to stay informed.

On Tuesday August 29th, at 7 p.m., our college is hosting the “Light on the Hill” event at the amphitheater just below Old Main. Philosophy Club will have a table giving away free books. Please come, meet friends, and get the academic year off to a spirited start.

In your classes, you will be expected to write some kick-ass papers. If you’d like some hints to bear in mind, you can check out my short offering here, or you can check out a much more thorough set of hints here.

We will be hosting the intermountain Ethics Bowl this year. If you are interested in Ethics Bowl – which is like debate, but aimed more at substantive discussion than scoring points – watch for announcements, or speak with your instructor.