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Welcome to the homepage of The University Philosophical Society, Trinity College's leading student society.
Since its foundation in the 17th century, the Society, often referred to as 'The Phil', has concerned itself with the art of oratory, teaching young people the skills of public speaking and the value of free speech. Traditionally, members of the Society meet in The Chamber of The Graduates' Memorial Building every Thursday evening to debate a topical motion, discuss a paper or hear an address. Some of Trinity College's most renown figures have played a role in the history of the Society, from Bram Stoker, J.B. Yeats and Egbert Udo Udoma to J.P. Mahaffy, Earnest Walton and Oscar Wilde. Further history of the Society can be accessed through the 'About Us' button at the top of this page.
Every year, The Phil invites luminaries from the worlds of politics, academia, business and the arts to address the students of Trinity College. In recent years, the Society has played host to guests such as renown actor Al Pacino, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg, presidential candidate John McCain, actress Dame Helen Mirren, writer Sir Salman Rushdie and Nobel Peace Prize winner Archbishop Desmond Tutu. In recent months the Society has been addressed by renowned actors John C. McGinley, John C. Reilly and Jonathan Rhys Meyers and legendary music producer Chris Blackwell as well as such figures of political importance as House Majority Whip Trent Lott and the US Deputy Secretary of State John Negroponte.
All students are encouraged to involve themselves in the Society during their time in Trinity College and take advantage of the vast facilities of the Society's building, The GMB. The Phil has so much to offer, from inspirational guest speakers and public speaking workshops, to social events, competitions and trips away.
The Easter Rising Debate
This Thursday The Phil will be debating the motion 'That This House Regrets the Easter Rising'
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