THE PHILOSO-FILES:
Are you epi-curious?

Explaining Epicurean philosophy through classic songs Read more

THE PHILOSO-FILES:
Is there more to life than determinism?

Does the philosophy confuse us or does it close the door of free will? Read more

One department’s unique philosophy

Professors bring in experts despite budget crunch Read more

Letters

To the Editor,

Senator Rapoport’s request that the emails of President Cronis be made public is absolutely ridiculous. Cronis has never given anyone reason to believe he has unethical work behavior. He has even voted to reduce the amount of credits that are reimbursed for holding positions in student government (which includes his position!). Rapoport sounds more like a jealous lover than a concerned student. Perhaps no one else wants to run right now because of the huge budget crisis and the massive time commitment needed to be president. Read more

Pondering upon the history of thought

Notre Dame philosopher talks 20th-century America Read more

From the Top Rope: WWE puts a kink into dominant political theories

Immanuel Kant never experienced a Kozlov headbutt

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Wise up, WWE offers lesson in political ideologies

 

In the study of international relations there are two dominant paradigms through which the world is analyzed – realism and liberalism.  In the realist paradigm, the world is defined in terms of power, mistrust and total domination, while liberalists look to define the world in terms of benevolence, cooperation and mutual gain. Read more