Struggling with sarcasm: Cornell expert on why Musk’s Grok chatbot isn’t funny
The key to funny sarcasm is found in empathy, says professor David Shoemaker, who studies the moral psychology of humor.
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Seeking Ethical Measurement of Racial Discrimination
Historically, racial discrimination has been correlated with disparities in mental and physical health data. Morgan Thompson, a Mellon Postdoctoral Fellow in Philosophy, seeks to measure that impact through ethical psychometric tools and novel methodology.
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Navigating the Seas of Ethical Complexity: The Philosophical Journey of Julia Markovits
In the age-old tradition of seafaring, the role of the navigator is pivotal. Armed with an array of tools from compasses to celestial bodies, the navigator guides the ship through both tranquil and tempestuous waters, ensuring a safe journey. This aptly captures the role of Julia Markovits, an Assoc...
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Apocalypse debate set for Nov. 9
Five professors will argue for the importance of their disciplines during the Logos Philosophy Debate Club’s annual debate.
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A&S dean Jayawardhana named provost at Johns Hopkins
Rachel Bean, the Jacob Gould Schurman Professor in the Department of Astronomy and senior associate dean for math and science, has been named interim A&S dean.
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A&S honors 23 faculty with endowed professorships
The professorships are possible because of generous gifts from alumni, parents and friends.
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Political philosopher Richard Miller dies at 77
Remembered as "a remarkable scholar and teacher, a true polymath," Miller was heralded for extending traditional boundaries of philosophy to incorporate the social sciences.
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Renowned Political Philosopher, Richard Miller, dies at 77
Richard “Dick” W. Miller, PhD, Wyn and William Y. Hutchinson Professor in Ethics and Public Life (Emeritus), passed away on 6/9/23 at the age of 77. He is survived by Peggy Dieter (his wife of 41 years) and Laura Miller (his daughter).
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