Philosophy for Lunch – March 7, 2024 – “Competition and Cooperation in Games and Sports”
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March 7, 2024 – Philosophy for Lunch – “Competition and Cooperation in Games and Sports”
Description: Competitive games, by their nature, typically require players to work hard to beat their opponents. But, it is only in virtue of their opponents’ adherence to rules that this competition is sustained. Cheating is one way that a failure to cooperate subverts this key competitive aspect of games and sports, but not the only way. In addition, we usually regard sports through a moral lens, as developing or revealing excellence through competition – and not only for the winner. In this week’s P4L, we will look at philosopher of sport C. Thi Nguyen’s argument that well-crafted games can be seen as a “social technology”, with one of its key products being the conversion of aggression into both social and moral goods. (Image: Brad Penner)
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Location: Schmitt Hall, 104
When?
11:30AM –12:30PM EST—every Thursday. Come early.
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What is P4L?
Students, professors, and other philosophy enthusiasts close-read and discuss a few great passages of philosophy.
Who’s invited?
No preparation or previous knowledge of philosophy is needed. Everyone is welcome!
Should I bring anything?
Bring a beverage, and if you’re hungry, bring your actual lunch.
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