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Introducing: The Scholar's Seat

Anonymous — Sat, 06 Jan 2024 06:34:18 +0000

Introducing: The Scholar's Seat Anonymous (not verified) Fri, 01/05/2024 - 23:34

The Scholar's Seat is a new video series created by the Bruce D. Benson Center for the Study of Western Civilization. The series introduces the visiting scholars, faculty fellows, and other constituents of the Benson Center. The series will explore the Center's commitment to fostering dialogue about fundamental values and trending issues in academia on the CU �鶹ӰԺ campus.

Videos will be posted on our Instagram and YouTube.

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VSCTP Alan Kahan’s Freedom from Fear: An Incomplete History of Liberalism has been selected as a “Best Book” in economics

Anonymous — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 18:28:30 +0000

VSCTP Alan Kahan’s Freedom from Fear: An Incomplete History of Liberalism has been selected as a “Best Book” in economics Anonymous (not verified) Fri, 12/08/2023 - 11:28

2021-22 VSCTP Alan Kahan’s Freedom from Fear: An Incomplete History of Liberalism has been selected as a “Best Book” in economics for the 2nd half 2023 according to FT's Martin Wolf.

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Benson Center appoints new Sabbatical Fellow for Fall 2023 and Visiting Scholar in Conservative Thought and Policy for Spring 2024.

Anonymous — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 20:17:25 +0000

Benson Center appoints new Sabbatical Fellow for Fall 2023 and Visiting Scholar in Conservative Thought and Policy for Spring 2024. Anonymous (not verified) Thu, 08/24/2023 - 14:17

Brandon Warmke, Associate Professor of Philosophy at Bowling Green State University, will join the Bruce D. Benson Center for the Study of Western Civilization at University of Colorado, �鶹ӰԺ as Sabbatical Fellow for Fall 2023 and as the Visiting Scholar in Conservative Thought and Policy for Spring 2024.

Professor Warmke has published widely in moral, social, and political philosophy, including important essays on public discourse, forgiveness, free will and moral responsibility, virtue ethics, social morality, and conservatism. He is author of two books, Grandstanding: The Use and Abuse of Moral Talk (2020) and Why It's OK to Mind Your Own Business (2023). He has written for CNN and MarketWatch, and his work has been featured by The Atlantic, New York Times Magazine, HuffPost, Scientific American, Forbes, Vox, Commentary Magazine, and The Guardian. During his year at the Benson Center, he will be writing a book on conservative political philosophy.

Professor Warmke will offer an undergraduate course on "Liberalism, Socialism, and Conservatism" and a graduate seminar on "Virtue Ethics and the Political Virtues" as well as host public events for students, faculty, staff, and the broader CU community.

"I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to spend the year learning and teaching at CU. The University is fortunate to have the Benson Center and its visionary leaders who are committed to the free exchange of ideas in service to the search for truth. I'm thrilled to be part of such an elite scholarly community, and I look forward to meeting the many students and faculty that make CU a special place."

Professor Warmke received his PhD from the University of Arizona.

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Benson Center Undergraduate Podcast Editor Internship

Anonymous — Wed, 21 Jun 2023 18:14:23 +0000

Benson Center Undergraduate Podcast Editor Internship Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 06/21/2023 - 12:14

The Benson Center for the Study of Western Civilization has a part-time undergraduate paid internship position available. Applications are being accepted now on Handshake.

The goal of the Benson Center internship is to engage undergraduate students in meaningful projects that will allow students to develop their resumes with concrete skills and experiences. The Center is unlike other academic units on campus in that we host a variety of events each semester, produce the Free Mind podcast, work closely with campus leadership, and recruit visiting scholars from a variety of backgrounds and professional experience.

Students can work with the Benson Center team on a mix of the following, depending on need and interest: podcast management; web and social media content, including updates and analytics; event planning skills such as managing logistics, creating marketing materials and identifying target audiences, arranging travel for speakers, and live event support (including videography/photography); finance and accounting support such as invoice processing and expense reconciliation; general office support such as managing visitors and event participants, and other administrative duties as needed. Special project support may be assigned, depending on projects that can come up during the academic year.

The successful candidate has a working knowledge of MS Office suite, Google Drive and other basic office software. Candidates should be diligent, work well independently, be professional and positive, and have good customer service skills. A demonstrated interest in Western Civilization and/or current affairs should be emphasized in the application, as contributing to the Center's mission is critical to the internship. This can include the student's declared major/minor or previous work, intern, or volunteer experience. Experience in Adobe Audition and Premier Pro desirable but not required. Work will be on campus, especially during the training period. A potential for some remote work is possible, depending on the nature of the projects. Training will be provided.

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Click here for a list of ADA and Title IX coordinators. To view the Regent policy, please click here. This organization participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each employee's I-9 form to confirm work authorization. Apply Now

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The Benson Center explores the culture, languages and ideas of the Western tradition, ranging from antiquity to modern society. Its concern, first and foremost, is with the values that emerge from that tradition, and their ongoing role in the institutions of the United States. The Center is committed to fostering research, debate and dialogue on the fundamental issues of our time--moral, political and economic.

The Benson Center team is relatively small; therefore, interns can expect to work closely with the Assistant Director and External Media Relations Manager.

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