Department of Philosophy

In accordance with article 6.2.2 (Notification of Courses) of the Contract Faculty Collective Agreement, applications are invited for the following courses, to be offered during the following session:

Winter 2026

Phi103 But How do you Know?

MW 4:00-5:29

From personal questions like “How do I know I am in love?” to scientific problems like “How do we know the universe began with a ‘Big Bang’?”, the problem of how do we know saturates our experience. Surely “seeing is believing”, and yet so much intellectual and artistic experience requires that we posit ideas and images that are impossible to perceive with our senses. Moreover, is there still a way in which we can say there is Truth, or is truth really just disguised power? In this course we will explore excellent puzzles of knowing that animate human life.

The course will be allotted in accordance with the Contract Faculty Collective Agreement, including the applicable rules for seniority.

Remuneration is $ , with travel and marking expenses provided where appropriate.

Bishop’s University implements an equal access employment program under the Act respecting equal access to employment in public bodies and welcomes applicants who are committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity,



and inclusion and who will assist us expand our capacity for diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including Indigenous peoples, visible and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQ2+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

We will provide support in the recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation in order to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Bishop’s University is located in the beautiful Eastern Townships just southeast of Montréal, on the unceded traditional lands of the Abenaki people. Meeting and working in this privileged location is a constant reminder of the need for continued conversations about the importance of decolonization and reconciliation, not just as abstract concepts, but as difficult ongoing processes to be worked on.

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📌 Department of Philosophy – Part-time course – Winter 2027 (Sherbrooke)
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