We are thrilled to announce that our program, “Philosophy: What Is It Good For?”, has been selected as a Montana Conversations program by Humanities Montana for 2019.
Philosophy as a way of life has begun to re-emerge, thanks to the efforts of countless individuals — within and outside of formal academia — who have held tight to the belief that philosophy is and can be a guide to living well (in all that that entails). The NEH “Reviving Philosophy as a Way of Life” Summer Institute — led by Professors Meghan Sullivan, Steve Angle & Stephen Grimm and attended by a diverse group of scholars (of which we were lucky enough to be a part!) — is a vibrant example of a movement to re-align the seating arrangements (no more back seat for you practical side of philosophy!) and revive philosophy as the art of thinking and living well. To have been selected to participate in the National Endowment for Humanities Summer Institute was a tremendous honor! We are grateful for the amazing opportunity and to everyone in the PWOL/Stoa family!
We are thrilled to have had the opportunity to be interviewed by the Helena Independent Record about our 3-part philosophy symposium series on the environment, ethics & stewardship, the first of which will take place on Sept. 20th 2018 and will focus on philosophical issues and perspectives related to public vs. private lands & rights and responsibilities.
We are delighted to welcome Jonathan Drake as one of the newest members to the Merlin Volunteer Crew. A Helena native, Jonathan received his B.A. in Religious Studies from the University of Montana and is volunteering while he applies to graduate school to further his study of new religious movements. As part of his volunteer work, Jonathan will be regularly contributing to the resources library of our website and assisting in several of our philosophy in the community events.
Our 2018 Think on the Links Golf Tourney was a blast! Thanks to the generosity and support of our community sponsors and donors, our volunteers, and our golfers for coming out to partake in the fun, we were able to raise $928.01 for philosophy in the community!
Our 2018 Reeder’s Alley Block Party was a success! Thanks to the generosity and support of our sponsors and donors, and to everyone in the Helena community for coming out to partake in the fun, we were able to raise $2,302 for philosophy in the community and Reeder’s Alley!
Thank you to Lenny Eckhardt of Dead Dino Productions for capturing the magic of our 2018 Reeder’s Alley Fundraiser Block Party & the Helena community so beautifully!
In light of the rise in concern about homelessness in Helena, we are dedicating our August and September Think & Drink sessions [as well as our September Think & Drink (squared) session] to discuss the moral dimensions of homelessness.
Think philosophy is impractical, pointless, out-of-reach, or irrelevant? Think again! Want to know more about what philosophy involves
(or what it doesn't) and how it can help you find your way?
Please join us on Thursday, Dec. 6th for the 2nd in our 3-part philosophy symposium series on the environment, ethics & stewardship." This FREE evening symposium will feature 5 guest panelists from a variety of disciplines and be moderated by Professor of Theology and Director of Hunthausen Center for Peace & Justice, Dr. Christopher Fuller. Learn more here!
Please join us on Sunday, Dec. 9th for our "Ethical Living Through Self-Knowledge" philosophy workshop led by special guest & Princeton scholar, David Nowakowski, PhD. Select readings and activities inspired by the Epicurean, Stoic, and Platonist traditions will be examined and applied with the aim of introducing a variety of philosophical perspectives on “knowing thyself” and practical tools for living well. Learn more & reserve your spot here!
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The first in our 3-part Philosophy Symposium on the environment, ethics & stewardship took place on Sept. 20th at Carroll College. At this symposium we explored philosophical issues and perspectives on public vs. private land and rights. Access audio-video & photos here!
