Understanding Unfreedom Much political philosophy theorizes ideals of justice, freedom, equality. But our current world is in many ways not ideal. When we look around us, we see injustice, unfreedom, inequality. These phenomena do not merely seem temporary blips on our way toward achieving ideals. They seem, instead, relatively permanent features of our world. What might a political philosophy look like that began from those phenomena, from the shape of our existing world? Beginning from unfreedom, I argue, directs philosophical theorizing toward a) explanation of the forces that keep things as they are, and b) imagination of how things might be changed, through c) the exercise of collective agency. Political philosophy in this way becomes more closely connected to issues in moral psychology and to existential questions about the relation of human beings to each other and to the world.

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The Truman Foundation will kick off the 2025 Truman Scholarship application cycle with an Open House on Wednesday, September 25 at @ 2:00 pm ET. This session, which is offered by staff at the Truman Foundation, will include a number of recent Scholars discussing their application experiences as well as an overview of the Truman Scholarship program and selection criteria. The Open House is suitable for prospective applicants who are considering seeking nomination for the Truman Scholarship this fall. Applicants must be juniors, U.S. citizens, and have a demonstrated record of leadership and service.

Chemistry Colloquium: Tim Wencewicz, Washington University, St. Louis Host: Dr. Mark Peczuh "Making and Breaking Antibiotics "

Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students Graduate Students Interpersonal Groups focuses on promoting emotional wellbeing as you balance academics, relationships, family, and personal responsibilities. Groups offer a supportive confidential space to share your concerns, practice skills and get feedback.To join this group therapy session, please call SHaW at 860-486-4705 (tel:+18604864705) This session is held by Carlos- Gonzalez- Martinez, LCSW (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/person/carlos-gonzalez-martinez/) For many concerns that students face – like overwhelming stress, anxiety, difficult relationships, depression, academic difficulties, and more – group therapy is the best option for support and healing. Facilitated by Student Health and Wellness (SHaW) counselors, our therapy groups encourage peer support, promote emotional wellbeing, and increase a felt sense of connection. Participants often find that they feel less alone in their struggles, and walk away with newfound support and ideas for coping.