Category Archives: Lectures and Panels

Lectures and Panel Discussions

What are Philomathean Society lectures and/or panel discussions?
The Philomathean Society’s Lecture Series, which takes place each semester of the academic year, is an important tradition at Philo. In each lecture, one of the University’s most beloved professors presents his or her research to intellectually curious students. A panel discussion, as the name implies, involves multiple professors presenting on the same theme.

What lectures and panel discussions will be delivered this semester? When will they be?
Lectures are typically held in the evenings, after classes. Upcoming lectures and panels are posted below; for a complete schedule, check out our calendar or sign up to Hebdo, our weekly email list.

Do you keep a record of past lectures?
Yes! When the professor gives permission, we post an audio recording of their lecture. Check out our postings under audio for recordings of past lectures.

Who can come to lectures and panel discussions?
Like all Philo events, lectures and panels are open to all members of the community – faculty, staff, students, and the public.

Where are lectures and panel discussions held?

All lectures and panels, unless otherwise advertised, are held in the meeting room of the Philomathean Halls on the fourth floor of College Hall. To access the Halls, use the staircase directly across from the elevator.

Who should I contact if I have questions about lectures and panels?
For questions, email the Second Censor.

Strategic Studies: History of Chess, with David Shenk

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Herald of Avian Truth

Thursday October 6th, 5:30pm | 4th floor College Hall Strategic Studies is a weekly non-credit seminar series hosted by Professors Anne-Louise Antonoff and Arthur Waldron that explores questions of international strategy and international security. In honor of the Year of … Continue reading →

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Strategic Studies: Informational Meeting

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Herald of Avian Truth

Thursday September 29th, 5:00pm | Philo Halls Strategic Studies is a weekly non-credit seminar series hosted by Professors Anne-Louise Antonoff and Arthur Waldron that explores questions of international strategy and international security. In honor of the Year of Games, this … Continue reading →

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A Chat with Miriam Kotzin

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Herald of Avian Truth

Tuesday September 27th, 6:00pm | 4th floor College Hall Miriam N. Kotzin is Professor of English at Drexel University where she teaches creative writing and literature. She also co-directs Drexel’s Certificate Program in Writing and Publishing. Taking Stock is her … Continue reading →

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Communicating Science Panel: “Science is Infallible”

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Herald of Avian Truth

Thursday September 22nd, 6:00pm | 4th floor College Hall Since the mid-1800s, we have increasingly subscribed to the notion that the “scientifically proven” answer is the correct one. Why and how does this perception of science affect the communication of … Continue reading →

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Jared Diamond – 2011 Annual Oration

Posted on March 13, 2011 by Moderator

The Philomathean Society of the University of Pennsylvania and the Provost’s Year of Water are proud to announce a public lecture: A Talk by Dr. Jared Diamond Washed Up: The Role of Water in the Collapse of Civilizations Date:  April 6, … Continue reading →

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Healing the Wounds: A Roundtable Discussion on Restorative Justice

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Moderator

Tuesday, March 15 6:00pm – 7:30pm | Ben Franklin Room, Houston Hall (2nd Floor) Exploring social transformation and justice in the wake of slavery in the U.S., the Holocaust, Japanese-American internment, and apartheid in South Africa Hosted by the Race Dialogue Project … Continue reading →

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Stealing Culture – Museums in the 21st Century

Posted on February 24, 2011 by archivist

Tuesday, March 1 7:00 p.m | 4th Floor College Hall With Dr. Richard Leventhal, Department of Anthropology Museums continually acquire illicit antiquities and attempt to exploit them through so-called “blockbuster” exhibits.  What is wrong with this and why should we … Continue reading →

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The Future of Drugs in Society

Posted on February 21, 2011 by archivist

Featuring: Dr. Jason Karlawish of Geriatric and Internal Medicine & Dr. Martha Farah of Neuroscience and Society Thursday, February 24 – 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. 4th Floor College Hall This panel aims to examine the changing role of drugs in … Continue reading →

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Keats and Beats: Elizabeth Bishop and MGMT100 with Anne Greenhalgh

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Herald of Avian Truth

Philomathean Halls | Tuesday, February 22, 6pm The Philomathean Society presents a discussion with Dr. Anne Greenhalgh on the poetry of Elizabeth Bishop and Management 100. We will sample the works of the poet laureate and Dr. G will discuss … Continue reading →

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Hunting for the Boundaries of Morality – Dr. Stephen Stich

Posted on February 13, 2011 by archivist

February 25 at 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. / Philomathean Halls, 4th Floor College Hall All cultures have lots of normative rules. Some of these rules regulate the use of force, others regulate sexual behavior, still others regulate which foods can … Continue reading →

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