Our Articles
Our team’s collection of educational and creative pieces.
On Nihilism
When will the fulfillment resume, when will the fun continue? These thoughts floating around as quarantine set in and as life sped by, in a sense, entailed a sense of connection, of value in and of itself during the return back to “normality”.
By Kaitlyn Hou
Soft Power: Global Dominance with a Smile?
Soft power, though emergent, has not come even close to realizing its full and utter potential, and its implementation, as we will understand, could result finally in the overtaking of today's world.
By Kaitlyn Hou
On Lying
When is it ethical to lie? Are lies necessary for one’s individual fulfillment? These are some of the several questions answered in this comprehensive article on deceit.
By Kaitlyn Hou
Uncovering Hidden Afro-Asian Histories
This Black History Month, we should also commemorate the unique histories of Afro-Asians.
By Wong E Jeh
Race: A Socially Constructed Parasite
What is race, in historic and modern American society, but a tool for hierarchical power?
By Kaitlyn Hou
Hubert Henry Harrison and the Harlem Renaissance
“What happens to a dream deferred?” When Black Americans are denied the same possibility of achieving the American Dream, perseverance and resilience still remain.
By E Jeh Wong
Wisdom in Ignorance? Socrates’ Answer (Part 2)
“An unexamined life is not worth living.” This is a core belief in philosophy, but what does it truly entail?
By E Jeh Wong
Misogynoir and Angela Davis' Impact on Misogyny Within the Black Panther Party
The intersectionality of racism and sexism is a topic often deprioritized and underrepresented by mainstream media, but is brought to light through Angela Davis’ work.
By Stevania Djuric
Socrates: The Enigmatic Philosopher (Part 1)
“All I know is that I know nothing.” What did Socrates mean by this statement?
By E Jeh Wong
Achieving Eudaimonia With Aristotle: How to Live a Fulfilling Life
Busying ourselves with overriding media, with work, with play, with distraction—with anything that one thinks will ultimately make us happy, many humans are stripped from the opportunity to reflect.
By Kaitlyn Hou
Plato’s Origin and Influence
Plato has made significant contributions to the field of philosophy and theology, and his ideas continue to shape modern-day philosophical thought.
By Stevania Djuric
Plato's Eudaimonia
A discussion on the importance of virtues such as courage, wisdom, and justice in leading a fulfilling life.
By Stevania Djuric
If I Am Not Seen, I Do Not Exist: Conformity and a Commentary on Influencer Culture
An analysis of Patrick Bateman in American Psycho.
By Stevania Djuric
Frederick Douglass & Abolitionist Theory
A biography of Douglass’ life and his theories in regard to the Abolitionist movement in America.
By Stevania Djuric
The Commodification Of Women In American Psycho
An examination of the objectification of women in and the place of sex in the social order in American Psycho.
By Stevania Djuric
Cunning Politics and Governance in Niccolò Machiavelli’s The Prince
Machiavelli is often portrayed as an advocate for ruthless, tyrannical reign. But what is this book really about?
By E Jeh Wong
The Scheming of Beauty: Is Beauty Subjective or Objective?
It may often seems as if everyone’s perception of “beautiful” seems to align; yet, many neglect the ability to deconstruct beauty to be both a product of subjectivity and objectivity.
By Olivia Zhao
Individual Sovereignty: Is the Existence of a State Immoral?
For many, the presence of the state is unquestionble. However, considering a state’s humility and moral existence demonstrates how multifaceted the question truly is.
By Daniel Zhou
Designer Babies; Ethical Considerations for Technological Advancements
Imagine the power to cherry-pick traits for your child; it sounds dystopian but this may be a reality courtesy of genetic engineering. Specifically, with designer babies
By Tina Hong
Today’s Digital Panopticon; Imprisoned in our Own Homes?
Jermany Bentham argues that surveillance itself is enough to create perfectly efficient power; other philosophers believe the invention of the Panopticon, the perfect prison, is only the beginning of justifying the violation of freedom and dignity.
By Kaitlyn Hou
Theories of Universal Ethics: Justice and Contemporary Social Issues
For many, the presence of the state is unquestionable. However, considering a state’s humility and moral existence demonstrates how multifaceted the question truly is.
By Sajal Ahmad
An All-Powerful God: Can Religious Morality be Grounded in Divine Authority?
Agnostic or atheist, envision a world in which an all-powerful, omnibenevolent God undoubtedly exists. This begs the question, what kind of just creator allows evil to run free? Not only that, but how can we be sure his authority reigns truly supreme and is valid?
By Andrea Lo
Establishing a State: A Vital Necessity
For many, the presence of the state is unquestionable. However, considering a state’s humility and moral existence demonstrates how multifaceted the question truly is.
By Yoonseo Hur