Philosophy Speaker Series

The Department of Philosophy hosts its annual speakers series, which brings visiting scholars to Richmond over the course of the academic year to present lectures or seminars. These events are free and open to the public. This year, several noted philosophers are scheduled to visit the University of Richmond.

Fall 2025

The Turn Back from the Turn Inward: From Political
Philosophy, to Psychology, to Identity Politics and Affirmative Action
Presented by: Mark Reiff, Research Associate
University of California at Davis
Thursday, October 2, 4:30 p.m.
Jepson Hall 109

Are there Epistemic Norms on Attention?
Presented by: Cat Saint-Croix, Asst. Professor of Philosophy
University of Minnesota
Wednesday, October 15, 4:30 p.m.
Jepson Hall 118

Spring 2026

Title Coming Soon!
Presented by: Mavis Biss, Professor of Philosophy
Loyola University Maryland
Wednesday, March 25, 4:30 p.m.
Location TBD

Title Coming Soon!
Presented by: David Brink, Distinguished Professor of Philosophy
University of California San Diego
Tuesday, April 14, 4:30 p.m.
Location TBD

 

 

Any questions, contact Shelby DeWalle at (804) 289-8420