The UNDA Symposium on the History of Philosophy

Join the UNDA Centre for the History of Philosophy and the School of Philosophy and Theology for a two-day symposium celebrating the richness and diversity of the philosophical tradition across more than two millennia.

Held over two campuses, the Symposium brings together academics and students from the University of Notre Dame Australia for a day in Fremantle and a day in Sydney. Each event features four themed sessions dedicated to Ancient, Medieval, Modern, and Contemporary Philosophy, offering participants the opportunity to explore the development of philosophical thought from antiquity to the present.

Each 90-minute session includes a lecture by a member of Notre Dame's philosophy staff, a response from a student, and an extended discussion, creating a collaborative forum in which experienced scholars and emerging philosophers engage in dialogue.

The Fremantle Symposium:
Features presentations by Dr Catherine Wesselinoff, Dr Heath Williams, Dr Rajat Denzil Acharya, and Dr Richard Hamilton.

When: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where: ND36/103, 2-8 Mouat Street, Fremantle, WA 6160

The Sydney Symposium:
Features Dr Angus Brook, Dr Samuel Kaldas, Mr Russell Gore, and Dr Rajat Denzil Acharya.

When: Thursday, 19th November 2026
Time: 09:00 - 16:00
Where: NDS23/102, 46–52 Mountain Street, Ultimo, NSW 2007

Whether you are an undergraduate discovering the history of philosophy for the first time, a postgraduate researcher, or an academic with an interest in the philosophical tradition, the Symposium offers a unique opportunity to engage with outstanding scholarship, participate in thoughtful discussion, and become part of a vibrant intellectual community.

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