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How Much Can Biology Explain? Charles Darwin & Bernard Lonergan, SJ
John Haught, PhD Distinguished Research Professor, Georgetown University 1:30 - 4:00 PM, October 8 Evolutionary biology contributes much to our present understanding of life, and it promises also to deepen our understanding of human intelligence, ethics and even religion. For some evolutionists, however, Darwin’s science is so impressive that it now supplants theology by providing what appears to be the ultimate explanation of all manifestations of life including human intelligence. By using the Jesuit philosopher Bernard Lonergan's theory of understanding…
Find out more »Dreaming: A Gateway to the Unconscious?
Bindu Methikalam, PhD Assistant Professor of Psychology, Chestnut Hill College 7 pm, October 26 Dreams are a fascinating way to gain new or deeper understanding of one’s identity. At the same time, there are often misconceptions about dreams and exploring dreams can be confusing. This interactive lecture will provide an overview of present research on dreams as well as some of the cultural factors associated with dream work. Dr. Methikalam is Assistant Professor in the Clinical Psychology program and Assistant…
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