Philosothon: Where Philosophy Meets Hackathon Culture
An Experimental Event at the University of Toronto
While traditional hackathons gather programmers to build software in a limited timeframe, the Philosothon adapts this model for philosophical exploration. Small teams of students will work together to develop robust philosophical perspectives on contemporary technological issues—combining research, critical thinking, and argumentative rigor in a collaborative environment.
April 26-27, 2025
Register NowUPDATE: Extending online registrations until 8AM morning of. Try to get them in the night before, but we will try to find you a team if you come between 8:30-9:00AM.
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Event Highlights
Interactive Workshops
Engage in hands-on sessions exploring AI and philosophy.
Collaborative Challenge
Work in teams to develop unique philosophical perspectives.
April 26, 2025
Sign-in and welcome
Location: BA 1230
8:30 - 9:00 AM
Opening remarks and theme announcement
Location: BA 1230
9:00 - 9:30 AM
Workshop #1 (Catered Lunch)
Location: SF 3201
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Workshop #2
Location: BA 2135
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Submission deadline
Location: Online
11:59 PM
April 27, 2025
Team presentations
Location: BA B024
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Discussion feedback and closing
Location: BA 1230
1:30 - 2:00 PM