PhiloSOPHIA 2025: Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is philoSOPHIA?
PhiloSOPHIA is an annual, transcontinental feminist philosophy conference that brings together scholars, activists, and thinkers from around the world. The theme for 2025 is “Critical Borderlands”, exploring critical questions related to borders—both physical and metaphorical—feminist theory, and decolonial thought.
2. When and where will the conference take place?
The conference will take place from April 10-12, 2025. Sessions on April 10 will be held at The George followed by a reception. On April 11, events will be hosted at the Glasscock Center for Humanities Research at Texas A&M University. April 12 will conclude with a keynote and informal gathering at The George, with an anticipated closing event at Kinderhill Brew Lab.
3. Who are the keynote speakers?
The keynote lectures will be available to view virtually for those unable to attend in person. The 2025 keynote speakers include:
Juana María Rodríguez, University of California, Berkeley (In-person)
Cynthia Paccacerqua, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (In-person)
Laura Pérez, University of California, Berkeley (In-Person)
Mariana Ortega, Penn State University (Virtual)
PJ DiPietro, Syracuse University
4. What is the conference theme, “Critical Borderlands”?
The theme examines how borders, whether physical, political, cultural, or conceptual, shape our understanding of identity, belonging, power, and exclusion. It engages feminist and decolonial philosophies to interrogate how borders impact communities worldwide, with special attention to intersections of race, gender, and colonial legacies.
5. Who can attend the conference?
The conference is open to academics, students, and anyone interested in feminist philosophy, decolonial thought, and the 2025 theme. You do not need to present a paper to attend.
6. How do I submit a proposal?
The submission deadline is December 15, 2024 with notifications sent by mid-January 2025. To submit your proposal, please email your abstract to philosophiafeminist2025@gmail.com. We encourage proposals that engage with the theme of “Critical Borderlands” from diverse feminist perspectives.
7. What are the key dates to remember?
Submission deadline: December 15, 2024
Notification of acceptance: Mid-January 2025
Conference dates: April 10-12, 2025
8. Will financial support be available for presenters?
Yes, we are offering Graduate Travel Support Awards of $200 for up to 10 graduate students. To be considered, please indicate your interest in the award with your submission. Recipients will be notified along with their acceptance into the conference.
9. How do I register for the conference?
Registration will open in January 2025. Details regarding fees, deadlines, and registration tiers (students, professionals, etc.) will be available on the conference website.
10. Can I attend the conference virtually?
The 2025 conference will be an in-person event, but keynote lectures will be available virtually for those unable to attend. All other sessions, including panels and roundtables, are planned to be in person only.
11. Where can I find accommodation near the conference venue?
We recommend staying at The George, the host hotel, where a block of rooms will be reserved for participants.
12. What will the conference format be like?
The conference will feature a combination of keynote lectures, panel presentations, and invited workshop discussions. There will be two concurrent panels on both April 11 and 12 as well as a plenary session and receptions to foster conversation and collaboration. If you are part of a workshop, please note this on your submission, since in the presentation selections, priority will be given to proposals from those who are not already a part of a workshop. This is to ensure a diverse and inclusive program that provides opportunities for more participants to be featured.
For more information, please visit the rest of this website or email the organizing committee at philosophiafeminist2025@gmail.com.
