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Each autumn, the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy brings together academics from across Economics, Philosophy, Political Science and Sociology for a series of free public lectures exploring themes that are shaping contemporary life. The series draws on the School's research across all four disciplines and is open to all.
Public Autumn Series 2026
Europe: Values and Choices
As Ireland holds the Presidency of the Council of the EU, the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy asks what Europe stands for now. From the housing crisis to human rights, from transatlantic security to the new face of protest, economists, philosophers, sociologists and political scientists take on the choices shaping Europe's future.
Date: Thursdays in September and October, 7-8.30pm
Venue: JM Synge Theatre, Trinity College Dublin
