The Conversation: If it looks like a dire wolf, is it a dire wolf? How to define a species is a scientific and philosophical question

5/30/2025

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Philosophy graduate pursuing divinity degree at Yale
After being accepted into some of the most well-known and prestigious divinity schools in the country, Katie Kirk, a 2018 philosophy graduate, decided to attend Yale University.
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AI Nexus conference exploring intersection of human, artificial intelligence
The College of Liberal Arts Office of Strategic Initiatives and Programs will host “The AI Nexus: The Arts, Humanities and Engineering Converge,” a one-day conference that unearths connections between AI, art and the humanities on Thursday, Feb. 12.
Eric Marcus’ early passion for philosophy fuels an influential career
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Auburn University professors release new book exploring the mystery of color
Professors Michael Watkins and Elay Shech provide an opinionated and selective introduction to key philosophical issues surrounding the nature of color.

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