Socrates Cafe: Philosophical Discussion

Aerial view of Elgin Community College and Lake Spartan. Aerial view of Elgin Community College and Lake Spartan.

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  • Date:
    Friday, February 06, 2026
  • Time:
    11:00 am to 12:00 pm
  • Location:
    Main Campus , Bldg. C, Rm. 120, Library Instruction Room

Join us for Socrates Cafe, a space for open, thoughtful conversation inspired by the Socratic method. We will explore timeless (and timely) questions, from the meaning of truth to the ethics of pizza. No background in philosophy is needed—just curiosity and an open mind.

Recent Topics:

  • What is happiness?
  • Do we have free will?
  • Is there a higher power?
  • What is art?
  • Pineapple on pizza debate— and yes, pizza will be served.

This event occurs every 2 weeks throughout the semester, alternating Wednesdays and Thursdays.The dates are 2/6, 2/19, 3/6, 3/19, 4/16, 5/1.

Event last updated at 10:03 AM on Monday, October 13, 2025.

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