2023 Call for Papers and Creative Work for the 17th Annual Undergraduate Philosophy Conference

2023 Call for Papers and Creative Work for the 17th Annual Undergraduate Philosophy Conference

The Webster University Undergraduate Philosophy Conference is now accepting papers and proposals for its conference to be held in person on March 24. Work submitted may be on any philosophical topic (broadly understood — see the FAQ for more). Works may be papers, posters, artistic presentations, zines, paintings, or any other works of philosophy that you have authored.

(See also our Frequently Asked Questions.)

Most papers selected for presentation will be grouped into panels. Each panelist will offer a brief (five-minute) overview of their work, to be followed by discussion among the panelists and with the others in attendance. We also offer the option for your paper to be considered for an individual presentation (20 minutes plus 10 for discussion). If your work is a painting or involves some visual component then an image of it can be projected for the audience to view.

In addition to panels and presentations, the Conference will feature a “zine gallery” akin to poster presentations if there are enough zine submissions. Attendees will circulate around the conference venue to read and discuss participants’ zines (or receive copies).

On the submission form, please select the options in which you would be prepared to participate.

Please prepare your paper for blind review: the author’s name and other identifying information should not be included in the paper. Instead, give your name and college affiliation in the body of the e-mail message you send to submit the paper for review. A brief abstract is helpful but not required. For artistic or creative works, please submit your work (or, if not possible, a description of it) and a brief explanation of the philosophy behind it. This description does not need to have the length or clarity of a philosophy paper, but it should clarify enough about what your work expresses to permit review.

As this is an undergraduate conference, no papers by Ph.D.’s or graduate students will be accepted. Papers received by 11:59 PM (CDT) on Tuesday, February 14 will be guaranteed consideration.

Submit your paper/proposal by filling out the form and uploading a file (any standard file type) at https://webster.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bIyvOhsKmYs6X78

For more information, please contact: Bruce Umbaugh, Professor of Philosophy bumbaugh@webster.edu