“Cogito, ergo sum” – “I think, therefore I am” – is probably the most famous line ever uttered by a philosopher, and likely the only Latin some Americans know. So today, on what would have been the ...

The School of Modern History and Philosophy continued to attract philosophy aficionados and students from the twin cities as it wrapped up its lectures for the month of May. The school, a ...

"Doubt is the origin of wisdom," a profound statement by the renowned philosopher René Descartes, encapsulates the essence of critical thinking and the pursuit of knowledge. This article delves into ...

Alright, let’s see a show of hands — don’t worry, we can’t tell. How many of you have taken a course in analytical geometry in high school or college? I thought so, very few have taken such a course.

The UB Philosophy Department is indebted to a former chair of the Department, George F. Hourani, whose generous endowment allows us to bring to our campus many talented philosophers. The Hourani ...

Wednesdays March 3, 10, and 17, from 1:30 to 3 p.m., professor Jason Giannetti will present a three-part lecture and discussion on the History of Western Philosophy. This series explores the origins ...