While machines have rapidly advanced in simulating human behavior and performing complex tasks, they lack the depth of moral and existential awareness that defines human existence, said Dominic Burbidge in a Nov. 8 lecture in Lane Hall. “Ironically, our very fear of AI control highlights what sets us apart from it,” Burbidge said. “Ultimately, this...
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Alumnus named associate publisher at Liberties Journal of Culture and Politics
Christopher McCaffery ’16 recently accepted a position as associate publisher of Liberties Journal of Culture and Politics. “The mission is to create the most thoughtful, considerate, and best writing that is possible to read,” McCaffery said. Liberties is a publication of the Liberties Journal Foundation and publishes a variety of essays on topics including literary...
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Women Commissioners raise more than $80,000 for student scholarships
The fifth annual Charger Derby raised more than $80,000 Nov. 9. More than 200 people attended the event, which featured 12 rounds of simulated horse races, a cash bar, and a silent auction in the Searle Center. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Women Commissioner Scholarship fund, according to board member and event...
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Football continues winning streak with home victory
The football team won its third straight game last Saturday, defeating the Thomas More University Saints 38-17 at home on Military Appreciation Day and improving its season record to 4-5, after an 0-4 start. The Chargers took an early lead and never looked back, making it back-to-back games in which the team didn’t trail the...
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QUICK HITS with Kiralyn Brakel
Kiralyn Brakel is a 2015 graduate of the college. Courtesy | Austin Thomas In this Quick Hits, Assistant Professor of Biology Kiralyn Brakel talks about her proposal story, jiu-jitsu, and crafting. What’s the most unusual or surprising skill you have that most people don’t know about? I can unicycle. I used to take 10-to-30 mile...