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Indigenous Philosophy Research Interest Group

WasaseThe University of Oregon Philosophy Department is pleased to announce the formation of the Indigenous Philosophy Research Interest Group sponsored by the Oregon Humanities Center. During the 2014-15 year, the RIG will focus on readings from the American Indian philosophical tradition. The discussion will begin with Wasase: Indigenous Pathways of Action and Freedom by Taiaiake Alfred (Broadview Press, 2005). All interested faculty and graduate students are welcome to join the discussion. The RIG will meet this term from noon until 1:30pm on Thursday, October 9 and 23, November 6 and 20, and December 4, in room 250C Susan Campbell Hall. Please feel free to bring a lunch. The first section of Alfred’s book (“Rebellion of the Truth”) will be discussed at the first meeting. Graduate reading credit is available for students in need of an additional 1 credit registration. If you are interested in joining the conversation, please contact Scott L. Pratt, Professor of Philosophy and Director of Graduate Studies, at <spratt@uoregon.edu>.