Concordia Research Symposium in Philosophy (CRSP)
What does cutting-edge research in philosophy look like? All are welcome at this annual event showcasing the research of faculty members in the Department of Philosophy.
If you're curious about what philosophers at Concordia are working on, or what contemporary philosophers do in general, this is the event for you! Whether you're a prospective or current student at any level, a researcher, an instructor, or a member of the community, you're welcome to attend these short talks covering just some of the diversity of research that our faculty members are engaged in.
CRSP 2026
Date & time
In Fall 2026, CRSP will take place on Friday, October 2 from 2:45 – 6:15 p.m., followed by a reception. Coffee and light refreshments will be served.
Location
This year, CRSP is being generously hosted by the Next-Generation Cities Institute, located at 2155 Guy St. on the 14th floor of Concordia's "ER" building in room ER-1431.00
Program
2:45 David Morris
Introduction from the Chair of the Concordia Philosophy Department
3:00 Matthew Barker
Title: Scientific Reasons for Thinking Science Doesn’t Uncover the True Natures of Things
Opening questions by: Michèle Martin, MA student
3:40 Short Break
3:45 Pablo Gilabert
Title: The Significance of Art for Democracy: Some Kantian Insights
Opening questions by: David De Graaf, MA student
4:25 Coffee Break
4:40 Katharina Nieswandt
Title: What Is Neo-Aristotelianism?
Opening questions by: Dimitri Pelletier, MA student
5:20 Short Break
5:25 Emilia Angelova
Title: Representation and Subjectivity after Heidegger
Opening questions by: Hank Long, MA student
6:15 Reception
