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Philosophy Department Updates

12/15/18: Professor Erich Matthes Awarded Tenure

We are so excited to announce that Professor Erich Matthes has earned tenure! Congratulations!

9/26/18: Professor Helena de Bres featured in the New York Times

Her article, "Love Is a Nine-Letter Word," was featured in the New York Times this week! Click on the image to read more.

3/26/18: Professor Helena de Bres awarded 2018 Frederick Burkhardt Residential Fellowship

Her project for the Burkhardt fellowship, “The Story of My Life: Personal Narration, Meaning in Life, and Literary Nonfiction,” examines the human habit of self-life narration in its everyday and literary forms, and its connection to a meaningful life. Read More.

12/15/17: Professor Corinne Gartner Awarded Tenure!

We are so excited to announce that Professor Corinne Gartner has been awarded tenure! Congratulations!

10/16/17: Department Faculty Up For Review

Fall 2017:

Corinne Gartner

Spring 2018:

Alison McIntyre

Julie Walsh

6/14/17: Wellesley College Philosophy Department professors spearhead letter opposing the elimination of the Mills College Philosophy Department:

Our wonderful department continues to promote philosophical inquiry at Wellesley and elsewhere!

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5/26/17: Professor Corinne Gartner wins prestigious Pinanski Teaching Prize:

Professor Corinne Gartner was one of three recipients of the Pinanski Teaching Prize at the 139th Wellesley College Commencement Ceremony on May 26th, 2017. Professor Gartner was honored for her commitment to philosophical excellence, extraordinary teaching ability, and investment in student well being. We are so excited for her!

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