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The History of Ideas 2024 Symposium

Picture of the devil sitting in a chair and reading a book.

2024 Brandeis History of Ideas Program, "The Devil's Dictionary."

Photo Credit: Designed by Julie Seeger

The Devil's Dictionary
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 | 4:00-6:00 PM | Rapaporte Treasure Hall

We often use words without really knowing what they mean, words like feudalism or fascism or fundamentalism. Maybe it would be a good idea to think about the words we use without thinking.

A panel discussion featuring Brandeis Faculty and Students, brought to you by the Brandeis History of Ideas Program, moderated by Professor David S. Katz, Director.

Featuring

  • Darlene Brooks Hedstrom, Myra and Jacob Kraft and Jacob Hiatt Associate Professor of Christian Studies
  • George J. Hall, Associate Professor of Economics
  • Umrao Sethl, Assistant Professor of Philosophy
  • Linda Bul, Professor of Economics
  • Taylor Ackley, Assistant Professor of Music