Friday May 13 through Sunday May 15 in 110 Fenton Hall

The University of Oregon is holding a Trans* Experience in Philosophy Conference 13-15 May 2016. This conference aims to explore the intersections between transgender studies and philosophy by bringing philosophical reflections to bear on trans* experience, representation, identity, and politics. We welcome papers that engage a variety of issues or topics, including but not limited to trans* embodiment, ethical concerns specific to trans* persons, the relationship between transgender studies and feminist philosophy, and how classical philosophical frameworks might elucidate aspects of trans* experience. Through these reflections, we also hope to interrogate our understanding and practice of inclusivity in academia. Considering the attention given to the status of women in philosophy in more recent years, we are particularly interested in addressing the practices, content, and implicit biases of philosophy with regard to non-conforming genders and non-cisgender bodies.

Conference Program

Admission to this event is free for all UO students, faculty, and members of the trans community.

If you have any questions about the conference email the conference committee at transphilconference@gmail.com.

For additional information, contact Fulden Ibrahimhakkioglu