Center for Philosophy, Politics, and Economics

Tarana and Max have been wonderful additions to our team at the PPE Center. Since beginning their postdoctoral fellowships with us in 2024, both have made remarkable contributions to the intellectual community here at Brown University.

We are thrilled to share that Tarana has accepted a position as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Colgate University, and that Max will be moving to Melbourne to begin a position as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Monash University.

We are excited to see what the future holds for them both and offer our warmest congratulations on all they have accomplished so far.

This year, the PPE Center hosted a dynamic array of scholarly workshops and public lectures that fostered vibrant intellectual exchange and brought diverse perspectives to the Brown community. We have an exciting line up for next semester, stay tuned!

We would like to congratulate Byron Darnton and Una Dorr, two dedicated members of the PPE Society, who received the Ducasse Prize from Brown’s Philosophy Department. Named in honor of philosopher Curt John Ducasse, a major figure in Brown’s philosophical tradition, the prize reflects outstanding achievement and promise in the study of philosophy. Congratulations Byron and Una on a job well done!

We can't wait to see what the next academic year brings. We hope you have an amazing summer!

As the PPE Center continues to grow and develop, we want to thank all of our supporters. You have been a vital part of our journey, helping us build, expand, and make a lasting impact in our community.

Wishing the Brown class of 2026 all the best as they graduate this weekend! A special congratulations to our PPE Society seniors who are graduating!

Brown is a community that celebrates deep intellectual curiosity, creativity and individuality. And Brown has long enjoyed a reputation for students who are at the same time happy and fulfilled.

Connecting students with guest speakers is one of the most rewarding parts of our work here at the PPE Center.

Another photo shared by PPE Society member Alexander Anaya from his time studying abroad! We are looking forward to his return next semester to hear about his travels.