Workshop: Takes on Essentialism

The workshop ‘Takes on Essentialism’ explores different contemporary and ancient perspectives on essentialism as a philosophical thesis. The aim of the workshop is to enhance discussion on essentialism by putting together different views on the same topic. The workshop will be only in presence. There will be both formal and informal occasions to discuss with the speakers and participants. All students and faculty members are invited.  

Date: 16 November 2024

Venue:
Room 250, Main Building
USI West Campus, Via Buffi 13
Lugano, Switzerland

This event is free, and there is no need to register.

Invited Speakers:

Fabrice Correia (Geneva)
Anna Marmodoro (Durham)

Schedule:

Saturday, November 16

9:00-9:30 Coffee and welcome
9:30-10:15 Anna Marmodoro (Durham), Parmenidean Essentialism
10:15-10:45 Discussion
10:45-11:00 Coffee break
11:00-11:45 Fabrice Correia (Geneva), Some Thoughts About the Reduction of Metaphysical Necessity to Essence via Identity
11:45-12:15 Discussion

For any query:
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