Welcome
The University of Wisconsin–Madison Department of Philosophy is located in Helen C. White Hall, right on the shore of beautiful Lake Mendota and at the heart of the university campus. Its faculty carries on a long and proud tradition of highly acclaimed teaching and research in core areas of philosophy—especially in the philosophy of science and ethics, but also in metaphysics, epistemology, and the history of philosophy. The department attracts nearly two hundred undergraduate majors, and its outstanding Ph.D. program has placed graduates in some of the best departments in the country. Along with its colloquium program, the department regularly hosts conferences and is the home of the annual Wisconsin Metaethics Workshop.
Upcoming Events
Colloquium: Serene Khader (CUNY)
Colloquium: Quayshawn Spencer (UPenn)
Colloquium: Agustín Rayo (MIT)
Colloquium: Japa Pallikkathayil (Pittsburgh)
News Highlights
Updated Main Office Hours
Staff are working remotely week days. Philosophy Front Office: Hours staffed, in person, at these times: Mondays: 9:00 to 1:00 Wednesdays: 12:00 to 4:00 When there are staff in the …
August 17, 2020Emeritus Professor Keith Yandell Has Passed Away
The Department of Philosophy is sad to report the passing of Emeritus Professor Keith Yandell, who taught at UW from 1966 until 2011 and specialized in philosophy of religion. He was a wonderful teacher and …
May 5, 2020Department Meeting Agenda
You can view the department meeting agenda by clicking the link below. 20-04-15 department meeting agenda
April 9, 2020Department and Executive Committee Meeting Agendas
You can view the agendas for the department and executive committee meetings by clicking on the links below. 20-04-01 department meeting agenda 20-04-01 executive committee agenda
March 26, 2020- More News