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National Endowment for the Humanities Supports Kamtekar's Philosophy Research
Rachana Kamtekar, professor of philosophy and classics in the College of Arts and Sciences, received a $60,000 research fellowship for her book project, “Human Agency and Cause From Aristotle to Alexander,” on the notion of moral agency in ancient philosophy. Fellowships granted by the NEH Division of Research Programs include stipends of up to $5,000 a month, to support individuals pursuing advanced research that is of value to humanities scholars or general audiences or both.Philosophy Events | View All |
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