The Philosophy Department and its members regularly host philosophy lectures and events for the Gonzaga community, including the following:
- The Annual Rukavina Lecture in Philosophy
- Graduate Student Philosophy Conference
- Socratic Club
- Philosophy Club Lectures
Upcoming Events:
Philosophy of Humor and Pop Culture
Dr. Elizabeth Cantalamessa (St. Bonaventure University) will offer a thought-provoking lecture on the philosophy of humor, exploring how memes, irony, and satire reshape our shared norms of responsibility and accountability. Dr. Cantalamessa is known for her work in pragmatism and philosophy of language, where she examines humor not as entertainment but as a powerful cultural tool for negotiating meaning, authority, and social identity.
Location: Humanities Building, College Commons
Date & Time: April 16, 2026, 5:30-7:00 pm
For general information on these or other events, contact philosophy@gonzaga.edu or 509.313.6741.