Philosophical Society (University of Alberta)

The Philosophical Society was founded in 1912, initially "to stimulate interest in philosophical problems by reading of papers, by discussion, and by reports on research." By the second meeting this mandate was superseded and the interest encompassed all subjects. The Society sponsored an essay contest in honor of its founder, J.M. MacEachran beginning in 1944. Lectures were eventually co-sponsored by the Humanities Association. By the early 1960s both associations began to work in concert organizationally, finally ceasing operation in 1970 due to a declining interest in their programs.

From the description of Records, 1912-1970. (University of Alberta). WorldCat record id: 70302439