This is an opportunity to meet with other folks in Japanese language courses to converse, hosted by Mikiko Ludden. Every Friday.
"Never Underestimate a Public School Teacher": Supporting, Sustaining & Restoring a Vibrant Teaching Profession
In what ways does teaching contribute to the public good? What role do teachers play in a democracy? Join local educational leaders, all graduates of the University of Puget Sound's MAT program, in a conversation on the value of well-supported educators in a democratic society.
What does a philosopher do at Google?
With Mark Van Hollebeke, Staff Research Scientist at Google. As a former philosophy professor with over 12 years of experience working on emerging tech, Dr. Van Hollebeke is committed to confronting the socio-technical challenges that strain existing legal and societal norms and make people think through what they value most (and how to preserve and enhance those things!). He closed out a 10+ year career at Microsoft helping to ship multiple products incorporating OpenAI models.
Phi Beta Kappa Magee Address: Pursuing Racial Equity in Systems Addressing Homelessness
With Prof. Carolyn Weisz, Emerita Professor of Psychology. The Magee address was established in honor of John B. Magee, Professor of Philosophy and Religion. Prof. Magee was an ordained United Methodist minister and an outstanding professor, author, and mentor who was one of the driving forces in establishing a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa at the University of Puget Sound in 1986.