尤物视频

Philosophy master's student in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

Tell us a little about yourself, including what inspires you to learn and continue in your chosen field

I like finding interesting insights in the everyday, and that's what philosophy enables you to do. It gives you the space to pause and reflect on the broader ideas and systems within which the smaller and simpler parts of our life are embedded. If you had a sandwich today (Were your ingredients ethically sourced? To what extent should we attempt to be informed about these things?) or if your alarm goes off in the morning (What goal should you prioritize-- the immediate goal to sleep longer, or the long-term goal to develop a morning routine? Is one kind of goal always better than the other?) I study philosophy to answer such questions and figure out the underlying ideas guiding all things big and small in our lives.

Why did you choose to come to SFU?

SFU has one of the best MA programs for philosophy with a very supportive faculty and a friendly & collaborative graduate student culture. And as a bonus, it is located in Vancouver, such a stunning place to live in.

How would you describe your research or your program to a family member?

During this program, I worked on a project on hurt feelings. When we feel hurt, we don't always know what to do. Am I hurt because the other person did something wrong, or am I overreacting? Should I resolve this problem by giving it time, or by talking to them? If someone tells me that I hurt them, does that have to mean that I did something wrong? There is a gap in the philosophical literature about hurt feelings. So, I explored these questions, offering ways of understanding this emotion so that the next time we feel hurt, we are better equipped to handle it. This project does what I aim to do through research: Pay attention to an important under-explored experience and develop a conceptual framework to analyze it.

What three (3) keywords would you use to describe your research?

Emotions, Self, Relationships

How have your courses, RA-ships, TA-ships, or non-academic school experiences contributed to your academic and/or professional development?

I've been lucky to TA for a variety of courses-- Critical Thinking, Moral and Legal Problems, and Knowledge and Reality. Conducting weekly tutorials has helped me develop the skill of facilitating group discussions on a variety of topics. I also enjoy learning from my students who bring insights from diverse academic disciplines. I am grateful for the opportunities to RA at the Philosophy Department which have given me the chance to practice philosophical thinking outside the classroom. I continue to exercise this skill by working as a Research Volunteer for the sustainable technology organization, GoodBot.

Have you been the recipient of any major or donor-funded awards? If so, please tell us which ones and a little about how the awards have impacted your studies and/or research

I am very thankful to be awarded the Study in BC Writer's Award 2024 ($1000), as part of which I get to write articles about my experiences as an international student. I am also fortunate to receive a Special Graduate Entrance Scholarship ($3765) and a Graduate Fellowship ($7000) from the Philosophy Department. The support of my department means a lot, and I cannot say enough good things about the program.

What are some tips for balancing your academic and personal life?

Those of us who pursue graduate studies often do so because we are passionate about the topics we study. But our studies are simply one of the many things in our life that bring us joy. There is so much more-- spending time with loved ones, watching good movies, exploring new places, and watching the sun set at English Bay Beach. I try to remember that I should look for joy in all of these places, and not expect academics to be the source of all fulfillment. And this helps me close the tabs, put down the books, and go do other things at the end of the day.

Contact Neha:nna57@sfu.ca

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