Should Children be Carefree? A Chinese and Global Debate Prof. Hsiung Ping-Chen (Secretary General, CIPSH)   PH 20. Hörsaal der Philosophischen Fakultät, Humboldtallee 19/21  6. May (Tuesday), 18:15-19:45 Abstract:  Recognized as signs of modernity, children, free roaming, have been referred to as a best representatives for a progressive society.  Historically in China, however, as early as the Song Dynasty, unique attention to children at […]

Journey to the East (and Back): China and “Western Esotericism” from Reception History to Global Religious Studies Davide Marino (University of Erlangen-Nürnberg)   Date: May 8, 2025 Time: 18:00 – 19:30 Place: KWZ 0.603  Abstract: This presentation examines the intricate and multifaceted relationship between Chinese spiritual culture(s) and the field of “Western Esotericism.” For centuries, the […]

We regret to inform you that the lecture: Network Ties, Social Capital, and Multilateral Cooperation has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Should the event be rescheduled in the future, we will update the information accordingly. Thank you for your understanding and continued interest. —   Network […]

Towards a New World Order: Reading Zhao Tingyang’s Tianxia in Light of the Japanese Experience   Prof. Viren Murthy (University of Wisconsin-Madison) PH 20. Hörsaal der Philosophischen Fakultät, Humboldtallee 19/21   13. May (Tuesday), 18:15-19:45 Abstract:  Today in the midst of a global pandemic, we are constantly confronted with the inability of national governments to create the conditions for human flourishing.   In this context, the […]