St. Edward's University Department of Philosophy

08/14/2026

The late Daniel Dennett tells us when using AI is immoral vandalism (at https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2023/05/problem-counterfeit-people/674075/).

Companies using AI to generate fake people are committing an immoral act of vandalism, and should be held liable.

08/03/2026

Well, yes, I would like to major in philosophy. (See https://www.whystudyphilosophy.com/).

07/30/2026

Are you an AI conscientious objector? No, really. Check out this article. My favorite part suggests students need to know how to use spreadsheets, but we don't teach that skill in philosophy classes. (See https://www.insidehighered.com/opinion/career-advice/teaching/2026/07/30/students-conscientious-objectors-gen-ai-opinion?fbclid=IwY2xjawTYQLVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeJqKHDk0FZmFYPhwdz1bHzXSkUN740vhzyYrYk3xlmhckoZT9M3v9knMbsr0_aem_ivDgo2TH21IbwlstLAW-Bg).

We should listen to them—and treat their objections with respect.

05/28/2026

In the age of AI, philosophy is more important than ever--writes this ASU philosopher. Do SEU BA PHIL alumni agree? (See his substack piece at https://napinillos.substack.com/p/the-honest-case-for-the-humanities?triedRedirect=true&utm_id=97757_v0_s00_e233_tv2_tp1_a1dennhbeaw9s7&fbclid=IwY2xjawSFN7FleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETE0Z0RYNEQzQXp0TzVnY1c0c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHoBlC0Q0Rlbpd9iSeiQs0j-LhhHXIuT6G6v_9pJ7p-XOVtCdwQpXbMZJTAfr_aem_IoBPtuF6SOjPSnpLGn6fnQ).

Or: Why I’m Tired of My Colleagues Making Arguments That Only Work on Us

04/23/2026

The St. Edward's University Philosophy Department is gathering at Cosmic Pickle; we will grab a table or two, y'all are welcome to come join us. The Cosmic Pickle (Cosmic Hospitality Group) just off of South Congress and Pickle Road near campus. We will meet Friday, May 08; roughly noon to 2 pm. Feel free to come and go, or stay much later. You will have to purchase your own beer, coffee, soda, snacks etc. as the Department has no budget. (My apologies!)
For those who have never visited Cosmic Pickle, there is a great deal of outdoor space, food trucks are usually nearby, and craft beer. Feel free to invite students, friends, etc. Hoping to see you there!