think of it!: Feminism

Monday, September 6, 2010

2nd CofC PS meeting!

The second meeting of the College of Charleston Philosophical Society is THIS THURSDAY at 3:15pm in the department lounge at 14 Glebe Street.

We'll continue planning for future events, and have a group discussion about THIS ARTICLE from 'The Stone', an Opinionator Blog from the New York Times.

It's a short and very accessible article, so please read it online beforehand or bring a printout to the meeting. We can use the flatscreen TV in the lounge to look things up on our laptops and watch videos for the discussion.

Discussion Topic: 'Lady Gaga, Simone de Beauvoir, and Feminism'
Sexualized media, objectification and self-objectification, fame and empowerment, definitions/descriptions of feminism, self-presentation, human nature, subjectivity...

Everyone is welcome whether or not you are a major/minor or have ever taken a philosophy class before. We are always welcome to suggestions and discussion topic ideas. CofC PS wants to know what YOU as a student are interested in!
Remember: Sept 9th @ 3:15pm / 14 Glebe Street

CofC PS Mission Statement

The College of Charleston Philosophical Society (CofCPS) aims to foster and encourage the exchange and discussion of ideas among majors, minors, and students in other disciplines, involving the College and community at large.

In order to fulfill this mission we plan to host a variety of events, including:

· Formal bi-weekly meetings focusing on specific topics from selected readings and media, and guest presentations by faculty and graduate students

· Occasional informal meetings focusing on suggested films, student papers, and event planning

· Two panel discussions per semester (for example: graduate admissions advice, race and gender in academia)

· Opportunities to practice student presentations for conferences and classes

· Fundraising activities (for example: coffee + book sale, evening event soliciting donations)

Our goals as a Society are to attract prospective students to the discipline, increase active participation and retention of majors and minors in the field (including offering pre-professionalizing workshops), and help cultivate interest in interdisciplinary communication throughout the College.

We want to be open and inclusive to all regardless of race, sexuality, gender, national origin, religious views, handicap, and age. We will address philosophical issues that are most relevant to our peers, encourage diverse viewpoints and perspectives, and maintain high academic standards of rigor, honesty, and integrity.

Officers will be organized, on time, and respect the Society’s Constitution. Officer responsibilities include publicity, orchestration of events, fundraising, and attendance. Officers are also concerned with collaborative respectful interaction with faculty and appropriate use of facilities.

In turn, we expect participants to actively contribute, offer suggestions and ideas for future events or topics, and be invested in the success and future of the Society itself.

Major & Minor Requirements

Requirements for the Major: 33 semester hours in philosophy which must include 215 or 216; 201; 202; and 450. Of the remaining 21 hours of electives in philosophy, at least 12 hours must be taken in courses at or above the 200 level, with at least nine of these at or above the 300 level. Requirements for the Minor: 18 semester hours in philosophy which must include 101 or 102; 215 or 216; and 201, 202, 304, 305, 306, 307, or 310. Two of the remaining courses must be at or above the 200 level.