The Division of Humanities in the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) is organizing the international conference, “Ethics in Chinese Philosophy,” bringing together presentations on various schools of thought within Chinese philosophy, including Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism, with a focus on their distinct ethical frameworks and contributions. The conference celebrates the 35th anniversary of HKUST. It addresses how traditional Chinese ethical theories can inform and address modern challenges. Please read more or access the conference booklet for further information. Continue reading →
Category Archives: Conference
CFP: The American Academy of Religion Annual Meeting
The American Academy of Religion is now inviting submissions to the following sessions of their annual meeting. Please read more for more information on the sessions and submission guideline. Continue reading →
20th Annual Midwest Conference on Chinese Thought Conference Program
20th Annual Midwest Conference on Chinese Thought
Gettysburg College, April 3-5, 2026
All events held at the Lyceum (third floor on Pennsylvania Hall)
Open to the public, no registration required
Abstracts found here
Friday, April 3
Book available: Qiu and Bunin eds., Collected Papers of Four Conferences on Democracy, Rule of Law, Human Rights, Good Governance
Nicholas Bunin has shared with me that a new book has just been published: Qiu Renzong and Nicholas Bunnin, eds, Collected Papers of Four Conferences on Democracy, Rule of Law, Human Rights, Good Governance 《政治哲学各论》 (Beijing, privately published, 2025). The PDF of this book is available free of charge for any students, colleagues and institutions that might benefit from using the text for research, teaching, study, review, printing paper copies or library acquisition. Please contact Professor Bunin with any questions.
CFP: ISCP at 2027 APA-Eastern Division
The International Society for Chinese Philosophy (ISCP) invites submissions for two affiliated group sessions at the 2027 Eastern Division Meeting of the American Philosophical Association (APA). Please read more to find further information of the event and the application deadlines.
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CFP: NAKPA’s 11th Annual Conference at University of Hildesheim
The North American Korean Philosophy Association (NAKPA) is holding its 11th Annual conference at University of Hildesheim (Universität Hildesheim), Hildesheim, Lower Saxony, Germany, Oct 5-6, 2026. This year the conference will be hosted by the Global Philosophy Center at Hildesheim under the auspices of Prof. Sool Park. Please read more for the submission guidelines and more information on the special issue. Continue reading →
Conference: Utopias and Their Pursuit: A Comparative Study of the East and West
Major religions and spiritual traditions articulate their own visions of utopia, and these ideals have shaped the political and social foundations of their respective civilizations. The conference Utopias and Their Pursuit: A Comparative Study of the East and West seeks to explore utopian ideals and their practical manifestations by bringing Chinese and Western thought and historical experience into dialogue. Topics include philosophical and theological accounts and critiques of utopia; policies and historical events inspired by utopian visions; and the ways utopian ideas continue to influence contemporary global discourse. Please see the conference’s full program here. The online registration link can be accessed through scanning the QR codes in these two posters.
Chinese Philosophy-relevant panels at 2025 AAR
Michael Ing assembled the following list of panels at the annual American Academy of Religion (AAR) meeting, currently underway…
Here are panels of interest at the AAR this weekend. The entire program can be found here: https://papers.aarweb.org/program-book/30613. Looking forward to seeing you.
Sunday, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Sheraton, Boston Common (Fifth Floor)
Session ID: A23-109
Hosted by: Confucian Traditions Unit
Theme: Beyond Boundaries: Confucianism and The Evolution of Chinese Utopian Thought
The concept of utopia has long captivated thinkers across cultures, including in China, where diverse utopian visions emerged within Confucian, Daoist, and Legalist traditions. Scholars often argue that while Confucian utopias emphasized hierarchy and morality, Daoist models championed harmony with nature, whereas Legalist visions sought strict governance. However, rigid classifications overlook the fluidity of Chinese utopian thought, as thinkers often blended elements from different traditions. This panel challenges traditional paradigms by exploring varied Chinese utopian visions. The first paper critiques the Legalist utopia of Shang Yang and Han Feizi, highlighting its dystopian consequences. The second examines the utopian poetry of Tao Yuanming, revealing its Confucian influences. The third analyzes contemporary Confucian philosopher Zhang Xianglong’s proposal for Special Districts for Confucian Culture, showing its fusion of Confucian, Daoist, and Western ideas. Together, these studies demonstrate the adaptability of Chinese utopian thought, transcending rigid intellectual boundaries to shape evolving ideals of society.
Conference: Envisioning Futures: Decolonial and World Philosophical Approaches
The Department of Philosophy at The Chinese University of Hong Kong is hosting a hybrid conference titled “Envisioning Futures: Decolonial and World Philosophical Approaches” on 21-22 November 2025. Please find more information on the conference through this link.
NECCT 2025 Website with schedule and registration
The 2025 Northeast Conference on Chinese Thought (NECCT) will take place Friday, November 14 to Saturday, November 15, 2025 at Duke University. The conference website, with schedule, registration, and other information is here.
