Professor Daniel D. Hutto, visiting from Australia, will navigate topics such as narrative practices as a cornerstone of human social life and new ideas in the area of cognitive science in two upcoming lectures. Hutto will present two lectures as part of the annual Walter Powell Philosophy Lecture series March 19-20 at Linfield College. Hutto will present “Making Sense of … [Read more...] about Daniel D. Hutto to present annual Powell philosophy lectures
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Linfield Reports, 9/11/17
State of the College President Thomas Hellie gave his annual State of the College address on Sept. 11, in which he outlined his goals for the year. He said, "To remain strong, we must be flexible...we must be creative and smart." The 2017-18 goals are: to increase campaign gifts and commitments, to improve enrollment, to begin and fulfill Linfield's institutional … [Read more...] about Linfield Reports, 9/11/17
Finkelman makes sense of scientific facts
Leonard Finkelman, assistant professor of philosophy at Linfield College, made the case that philosophy is connected to science in a recent article published in the McMinnville News-Register. … [Read more...] about Finkelman makes sense of scientific facts
Leonard Finkelman: Making sense of scientific facts
Reprinted with permission of the News-Register. Find more News-Register stories about Linfield College here. April 17, 2015 By Leonard Finkelman, guest writer By drawing conclusions from observations of the world, philosophy cannot help but be irrevocably connected to science. Here is a headline that you won’t see, but probably should: “Science proves that dogs are … [Read more...] about Leonard Finkelman: Making sense of scientific facts
Historic Linfield building gets unique green overhaul
The recent rehabilitation of Linfield College's historic library led to the selection of radiant ceiling panels for both heating and cooling, one of only four such systems in Oregon. … [Read more...] about Historic Linfield building gets unique green overhaul
