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Alisa Bokulich @alisabokulich.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

UPSS Mentees who are grads or recent PhDs: Today's deadline to submit an abstract for consideration for the Underrepresented Philosophy of Science Scholars Initiative Session at the PSA meeting in San Diego this fall. Travel funding for awardees available. #PSA26 #philsci philsci.org/upss_biennia...

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

⏰ Just 4 days left: UPSS mentees who are current grads or w/in 3 years of PhD are eligible to submit a paper to be considered for presentation in UPSS Session at the PSA Biennial mtg in San Diego Nov 19-22. Deadline August 15th, 2026 #HPS #PSA26 philsci.org/upss_biennia...

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Deadline extended to August 15th! UPSS mentees who are grad students or w/in 3 years PhD get your abstracts in for the #PSA26 UPSS Session

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

UPSS mentees participating in PSA UPSS Mentoring Program who are current grad students or w/in 3 years of PhD are eligible to submit a paper to be considered for presentation in UPSS Session at the PSA Biennial mtg in San Diego Nov 19-22. Deadline August 1st, 2026 #HPS philsci.org/upss_biennia...

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

⏰ Today is last day to submit entries for Philosophy of Science & Race Prize for best recent (w/in 5 yrs) published work on #philosophy of science & race, history/critiques of scientific racism (incl. medical/techno racism, etc.) #HPS #philsci More info 👇 philsci.org/psa_prize_in...

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Deadline extended to July 1st Submit your own work or nominate a colleague--it's easy!

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Due June 15! Nominations/submissions for Philosophy of Science & Race Prize: best book or article by PSA member integrating #philsci w/ race/ethnicity, or critiques of scientific racism published 2021-2026. $500 cash prize at PSA mtg in CA #HPS philsci.org/psa_prize_in...

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Alisa Bokulich @alisabokulich.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Call for nominations (including self-nominations!) for Philosophy of Science & Race Prize for best recent (w/in 5 yrs) published work on #philosophy of race &/or history/critiques of scientific racism (incl. medical/techno racism, etc.) *Deadline June 15* #HPS More info 👇 philsci.org/psa_prize_in...

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

UPSS Symposium Session Philosophy of Science Association Meeting
Highlighting research from the Underrepresented Philosophy of Science Scholars Mentoring Program

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Submissions open for Philosophy of Science & Race Prize: best book or article by PSA member integrating #philsci w/ race, ethnicity, or racism (eg, scientific racism) published 2021-2026. Recipients receive a $500 cash prize at PSA mtg in CA Deadline: June 15, 2026 #HPS philsci.org/psa_prize_in...

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Kevin Zollman @kevinzollman.com · 02/12/2025

For decades the Philosophy of Science Association has supported under-represented groups through grants from the National Science Foundation. Any guesses on how much support we'll get this year? Please help us continue our important mission, especially when the government is hostile to it.

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Alisa Bokulich @alisabokulich.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

With many depts suspending grad admissions I'm happy to report that the BU Philosophy Dept will be admitting 4-5 graduate students for the 26-27 AY! I especially want to encourage any undergrads interested in #philsci to apply #philsky

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Alisa Bokulich @alisabokulich.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Recoding of APA event “What Future for Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion?” with great panelists Linda Martín Alcoff, Luvell Anderson & Noell Birondo www.apaonline.org/mpage/future... #philsky

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

IHPST is hiring assistant or associate prof in philosophy of science &/or technology, with preferred expertise in Philosophy of Race, Philosophy of non-Western Science, Indigenous knowledges, &/or expertise in philosophical work at intersection of race & science &/or technology.⬇️ #HPS #PhilJobs

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Alisa Bokulich @alisabokulich.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

5-day Summer Program for students from underrepresented groups who plan to undertake graduate study in logic &/or philosophy of science. Program provides applicants w/ grad seminars on central topics in logic & #philsci, advice on applying to grad programs, etc. UC, Irvine August 11–15th, 2025

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Alisa Bokulich @alisabokulich.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Proud that the Philosophy of Science Association @philsci.bsky.social is among the signatories of this letter, organized by the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS), to members of Congress demanding they protect federally funded scientific research & federal scientists. I hope more join. #HPS #STS 🧪

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48 Scientific Societies Representing Almost 100,000 Scientists Ask Congress to Protect the Future of Science

48 scientific societies representing almost 100,000 scientists signed on to a letter asking Congress to protect the future of science

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

Thank you PSA President Craig Callender & GB for your support in latest PSA newsletter "PSA leadership has unwavering support for increasing diversity in & expanding access to our field. In fact, now is a good time to redouble our efforts, so please consider donating to UPSS philsci.org/upss.php%22

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Alisa Bokulich @alisabokulich.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

CFA"include contributions from multiple disciplines including (but not limited to) genetics, history, #anthropology, psychology and #biology; and to include lived experiences to illustrate the many negative impacts of scientific racism." #HPS #STS

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

The PSA Underrepresented Philosophy of Science Scholars Initiative remains steadfast in its committment to fulfilling its mission & will work towards expanding its programs to meet the needs of these challenging times. #philsci

Philosophy of Science Association
555 Underrepresented Philosophy of Science Scholars
UPSS MISSION
• To RAISE AWARENESS about the problem of underrepresentation in the philosophy of science
• To DESIGN AND IMPLEMENT PROGRAMS
to address the problem of underrepresentation
• To MENTOR students and junior faculty from underrepresented groups
• To work towards making philosophy of science a MORE WELCOMING FIELD
• To INCREASE THE DIVERSITY of the PSA membership and meetings

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

Co-founder & Chair of PSA's UPSS Mentoring Program & Initiatives @alisabokulich.bsky.social will be speaking 2pm today at the #EasternAPA25 session on Building Mentoring Programs. Join us if you are at @apaphilosophy.bsky.social in NYC!

APA Committee Session: Building
Mentoring Programs
Arranged by the APA Committee on Academic Career Opportunities and Placement
Friday, Jan. 10
2:00 PM - 3:50 PM
Event #: 12N
Room #: Park 3 (Fifth Floor)
Location: Sheraton New York Times Square
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Speakers
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Chair: Lauren Ashwell (Bates College)
Speakers:
Alisa Bokulich (Boston University), "Philosophy of Science Association Underrepresented Philosophy of Science Scholars Mentoring Program" Elizabeth Harman (Princeton University), "Athena in Action Mentoring Program"
Liz Goodnick (Metropolitan State University of Denver), "Hume Society Mentoring Program"

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

W/ many DEI initiatives being canceled there's never been a more important time to support orgs w/ national & international reach in supporting underrepresented #HPS scholars. This #GivingTuesday please donate to @philsci.bsky.social UPSS & help it grow to meet need ⤵️ mms.philsci.org/members/wish...

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Underrepresented Philosophy of Science Scholars
UPSS MISSION
• To RAISE AWARENESS about the problem of underrepresentation in the philosophy of science
• To DESIGN AND IMPLEMENT PROGRAMS to address the problem of underrepresentation
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• To MENTOR students and junior faculty from underrepresented groups
• To work towards making philosophy of science a MORE WELCOMING FIELD
• To INCREASE THE DIVERSITY of the PSA membership and meetings
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UPSS Mentoring Program
This program pairs philosophy of science scholars from underrepresented groups with a senior mentor in the field to assist in their professional development.
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UPSS Session at the PSA Biennial Meeting
Consider submitting a paper for inclusion in the UPSS Session at the upcoming biennial PSA meeting in New Orleans, November 14-17, 2024.
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Apply for a travel grant to defray the costs of attending the upcoming PSA meeting.
UPSS Delegate Program
The UPSS Delegate Program provides travel assistance to attend the PSA Biennial Meeting for early career scholars (advanced undergraduates, recent graduates, or beginning graduate students) who are considering pursuing philosophy of science. UPSS Delegates are paired with a senior graduate student "PSA Host" for the meetings, who will help show them around the meeting and introduce them to people in the field.
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The PSA Prize in Philosophy of Science & Race
Awarded biennially by the Philosophy of Science Association for the best book, article, or chapter published in English that integrates philosophy of science with discussions of rac…

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

🥁...and the winners of the 2024 PSA UPSS Philosophy of Science & Race Prize are two this year: 1. Carole Lee (UW) for her coauthored "NIH peer review: Criterion scores completely account for racial disparities in overall impact scores" Sci. Adv. 6, eaaz4868 (2020) www.science.org/doi/pdf/10.1...

A photo of Carole smiling outside on a sunny Seattle day.

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Philosophy of Science Association @philsci.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

Alisa Bokulich and the @psa-upss.bsky.social committee now celebrating the UPSS session scholars

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Michela Massimi @michelamassimi.bsky.social · 16/11/2024

The @psa-upss.bsky.social session is now on in Studio 1 starting with Dr Ian Pebbles whose talk is on Solving the racial health disparities problem #PSA2024

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Michela Massimi @michelamassimi.bsky.social · 16/11/2024

Next speaker Vanessa Schipani on what makes a trust relationship morally decent @psa-upss.bsky.social #PSA2024

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 13/11/2024

🏆 Almost time to announce winners of biennial PSA UPSS Prize in Philosophy of Science & Race (best book/article published last 5 yrs on scientific racism /philosophy of race/ethnicity $500 prize) Join us for PSA Awards & Presidential Address, Saturday Nov 16, 6pm, Bissonet Ballroom 🏆 #PSA24 #philsci

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 28/09/2024

Congrats to PSA UPSS Session winners: Ian Peebles (ASU) Vanessa Schipani (UPENN) @lidasara.bsky.social (UT - San Antonio), & Banin Diar Sukmono (UC Irvine)! 🎉 Join us for UPSS session taking place on Saturday, November 16th from 1:15-3:15 p.m. in Studio 1 at PSA in NOLA philsci.org/upss_biennia...

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 02/05/2024

UPSS scholars participating in Mentoring Program who are current grad students or w/in 3 years PhD are eligible to submit an abstract for UPSS Session at upcoming PSA @philsci.bsky.social Biennial Meeting. UPSS scholars work with their mentors to refine project. Deadline submit August 1st. #philsci

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 02/05/2024

UPSS @philsci.bsky.social invites submissions (incl self-nominations) for Prize in Philosophy of Science & Race: book, article, or chapter published in last 5 yrs on topics related to scientific racism & philosophy of race/ethnicity. $500 prize awarded @ PSA'24 mtg. Nominations & copy due June 15th:

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 01/03/2024

New hashtag for upcoming @philsci.bsky.social meeting: #PSA24 & another chance to get on the program ⤵️

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Alisa Bokulich @alisabokulich.bsky.social · 03/01/2024

📌 Deadline for PSA'24 symposium proposals is 11:59 pm January 15, 2024 pheedloop.com/psa24/propos... Philosophy of Science Association meeting in New Orleans, LA on November 14-17, 2024. #philsci #metasci #STS Interdisciplinary sessions w/ scientists are especially welcomed! 🧪⚒️⚛️ #evobio

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Text: Philosophy of Science Association PSA'24 meeting in New Orleans, LA November 14-17, 2024.

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 20/12/2023

News & call for symposium & contributed paper submissions for upcoming Philosophy of Science Association biennial meeting (PSA'24 New Orleans, LA, Nov 14-17). Scientists & science scholars welcome #philsci 🧪#physics #evobio #psychsky #philsky #sts #histsci #geosciences #metasci ⤵️

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PSA UPSS Initiative @psa-upss.bsky.social · 09/12/2023

Please follow @psa-upss.bsky.social for more info about the Underrepresented Philosophy of Science Scholars (UPSS pronounced ⬆️s) Initiative of the Philosophy of Science Association (PSA @philsci.bsky.social), providing mentoring & more! www.philsci.org/upss.php #philsci #histsci

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