The Purdue Philosophy Department is home to a thriving intellectual community with a rich calendar of events that extends far beyond the classroom. From reading groups and workshops to major conferences, distinguished lecture series, and research colloquia, the department regularly hosts programs that showcase cutting-edge scholarship and foster meaningful dialogue among researchers from around the world. These events create exciting opportunities for our students to engage with new ideas, connect with leading scholars, and participate in the life of the discipline.
Events
Explore the Philosophy Department's vibrant calendar of events
Upcoming Events for Fall 2026 - Spring 2027
From colloquia and conferences to reading groups and undergraduate workshops, each year the Department of Philosophy hosts a wide range of events that bring together students, faculty, and invited guests. This page highlights upcoming and recent programming. For an overview of all our events, visit our Events page.
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Welcome Back Ice Cream Social and Trivia
August 26, 2026
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Loeb Fountain
Wisdom Wednesday
September 2, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
BRNG 7150
Colloquia Speaker - Dean Zimmerman, Rutgers
September 25, 2026
3:30 PM
BRNG B242
Book Launch - Jeff Brower
September 26, 2026
Wisdom Wednesday
October 7, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
BRNG 7150
GameON!!!
October 9, 2026
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
PFEN 103 (VRAI Lab)
Colloquia Speaker - Elijah Millgram, University of Utah
October 16, 2026
3:30 PM
BRNG B242
PPE Workshop - Itai Sher
October 23, 2026
3:30 PM
BRNG 6138
Undergraduate Philosophy Conference
October 24, 2026
Colloquia Speaker - Maya Krishnan, University of Chicago
October 30, 2026
3:30 PM
BRNG B242
Wisdom Wednesday
November 4, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
BRNG 7150
PPE Workshop - Maggie Penn (Emory)
November 6, 2026
3:30 PM
BRNG 6138
Wisdom Wednesday
Snowman Party
December 2, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
BRNG 7150
Wisdom Wednesday
February 7, 2027
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
BRNG 7150
Wisdom Wednesday
February 7, 2027
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
BRNG 7150
Wisdom Wednesday
March 3, 2027
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
BRNG 7150
Scholl Lecture
Michael Strevens, NYU
April 1, 2027
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Colloquia Speaker - Michael Strevens, NYU
April 2, 2027
3:30 PM
Wisdom Wednesday
April 7, 2027
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
BRNG 7150
More Upcoming Events
Check back often to find more events full of great speakers and engaging philosophical discussions!
