David H. Kellogg Center for Philosophy, Politics, and Economics

10/22/2026

The David H. Kellogg Center for Philosophy, Politics, and Economics would like to extend a special thank you to everyone who attended the PPE Research Speaker Series on October 21, 2026!

10/20/2026

A friendly reminder that Billy Christmas, Associate Professor at the John Chambers College of Business and Economics at West Virginia University, will give a talk with the title “Liberal Equality and a State Simplification”.

The talk will take place on October 21, 2026, from 4-5:30pm, in Commonwealth B (Squires Student Center).

The talk is tailored to appeal to both faculty and students, with plenty of time for discussion and interaction with the guest speaker. The talk will be followed by a public reception.

Billy Christmas, Associate Professor at the John Chambers College of Business and Economics at West Virginia University, will give a talk with the title “Liberal Equality and a State Simplification”. ...

10/14/2026

Billy Christmas, Associate Professor at the John Chambers College of Business and Economics at West Virginia University, will give a talk with the title “Liberal Equality and a State Simplification”.

The talk will take place on October 21, 2026, from 4-5:30pm, in Commonwealth B (Squires Student Center).

The talk is tailored to appeal to both faculty and students, with plenty of time for discussion and interaction with the guest speaker. The talk will be followed by a public reception.

10/13/2026

On October 19, 2026, the PPE Cinema will bring together faculty, students, and members of the public to watch Playtime. For more information about this event, including how to sign up, please visit the link below.

The PPE Cinema brings together faculty, students, and members of the public to watch and discuss great films that raise questions in philosophy, politics, and economics. Food and...

10/02/2026

PPE graduate, Charlie Murphy, shares experience securing a career as Congressional Staff Assistant In Washington, D.C.

Charlie Murphy, a Spring 2026 graduate in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE), shares his experience securing a career as a Congressional Staff Assistant in Washington,...

09/21/2026

On September 24, 2026, the PPE Cinema will bring together faculty, students, and members of the public to watch Anora. For more information about this event, including how to sign up, please visit the link below.

The PPE Cinema brings together faculty, students, and members of the public to watch and discuss great films that raise questions in philosophy, politics, and economics. Food and...

09/14/2026

Sheryl Ball, Professor of Economics and Interim Director of the David H. Kellogg Center for Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, will give a PPE Working Paper Series talk with the title “Free Markets and Prosocial Citizens: The Behavioral Spillovers of Economic Freedom.”

The talk will take place on September 16, 2026, from 12:15-1:30pm, in the conference room of the Center (820 University City Blvd; Blacksburg, VA). Please RSVP via the link below.

Sheryl Ball, Professor of Economics and Interim Director of the David H. Kellogg Center for Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, will give a talk with the...

09/01/2026

Join the David H. Kellogg Center for Philosophy, Politics, and Economics for its annual “Meet and Greet” event on September 8, 2026, from 3:30-4:30pm, at the Center (free parking).

We will have an informal reception (free food) for faculty, staff, students, and anyone interested in PPE. Learn more about the Center, its faculty, degree programs, student club, and our events and activities this year!

Join the David H. Kellogg Center for Philosophy, Politics, and Economics for its annual “Meet and Greet” event on September 8, 2026, from 3:30-4:30pm, at...

08/24/2026

Welcome back, Hokies! The David H. Kellogg Center for Philosophy, Politics, and Economics is excited to kick off a new semester filled with engaging events and activities. All students, faculty, and community members are cordially invited to attend!

This semester, the David H. Kellogg Center for Philosophy, Politics, and Economics will organize the following main events and activities. PPE MEET AND GREET. The...

05/15/2026

The faculty and staff of the David H. Kellogg Center for Philosophy, Politics, and Economics send their warmest congratulations to its graduates. We have witnessed first-hand the hard work that you have put into your studies and are proud of your successes!!

The faculty and staff of the David H. Kellogg Center for Philosophy, Politics, and Economics send their warmest congratulations to its graduates.  We have witnessed...