
Schelling & Emerson
Examining Personalist Options in Philosophy
July 13-18, 2008
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Program
About 15-25 Participants
Structure
• The program will center on Schelling and Emerson, with separate days devoted to metaphysics, theory of knowledge, ethics and philosophy of religion.
• The first day will introduce the group to Schelling and Emerson and the background of their thought. These discussions will be lead by Stephen Tyman, Southern Illinois University, and Douglas Anderson, Southern Illinois University.
• For the remaining days, each participant will be responsible for a specific text and/or aspect of Schelling & Emerson’s thought and will help lead that part of the discussion.
Location
This year’s gathering will be held on the campus of Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, North Carolina. Cullowhee is located approximately 50 miles west of Asheville and sits near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Appalachian Trail, Blue Ridge Parkway, and several national forests which make up some of the largest wilderness areas in the Eastern United States.
Lodging
Double and single occupancy accommodations are provided in one of two town-house style apartment buildings. These spacious houses have 10 double occupancy rooms each along with a large kitchen and common area (where the daily meetings will be held). This casual atmosphere will add to the comfort of your stay and make the seminar feel more cozy and relaxed. Residence hall furnishings include one pillow, sheets, a blanket and five towels and washcloths. Participants are strongly recommended to bring extras of these items. Note that there is no daily maid service in the residence halls. All rooms have two twin-sized beds and a private bath. Accompanying guests or spouses who share a room would be required to purchase a housing and meal option as well.
Costs
Housing and meal packages include all breakfasts, lunches and five nights lodging. Dinner is on your own. Single occupancy room/meal packages are $270 per person and $220 for double occupancy. The conference registration fee is $50 (Paid separately upon arrival). Off campus lodging is available in area hotels. For more information about these off-campus options and area attractions please visit our local chamber site at http://www.mountainlovers.com/.
Registration
Register online or visit http://learn.wcu.edu/
For further information, contact Dr. James M. McLachlan, Dept. of Philosophy and Religion, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC 28723. Phone 828-227-3940 or email jmclachla@email.wcu.edu.
For questions about registration or accommodations contact Bobby Hensley, Associate Director of Continuing Education, at 828-227-7397 or email hensley@email.wcu.edu.







