Is the Mind Material? Two Philosophers Debate
Thu, Sep 17
|Center For Inquiry
Dr. Phil Woodward and Dr. Steve Petersen will debate whether the mind is purely material or not.
Time & Location
Sep 17, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Center For Inquiry, 1310 Sweet Home Rd, Amherst, NY 14228, USA
About the Event
Is the Mind purely material, or do we need some non-material principle to make sense of mental activity? Dr. Phil Reed and Dr. Steve Petersen are professors of Philosophy at Niagara University. They take opposite positions on the question, which they regularly debate in a co-taught class on Philosophy of Mind. The Nickel City Forum is a public intellectual series in Buffalo, New York. We think a good argument, with some good friends and a good drink, can go a long way. This event will be located at The Center for Inquiry: 1310 Sweet Home Road, Amherst, NY $15 inc. beer/wine, light refreshments, and stimulating conversation.
Tickets
General Admission
Sale ends
Sep 17, 10:00 PM
Admission includes beer/wine, soft drinks, and life refreshments Doors open at 8 pm
$15.00
+$0.38 ticket service fee
Total
$0.00