Social Ethics Society

  The Social Ethics Society has announced the plenary speakers for Day 2 in the SES-PUP International Ethics Conference, to be held at Waseda University in Tokyo, Japan on September 9-11, 2026. - Dr. Randy Tudy (USEP) Dr. Randy Tudy is a professor at the University of Southeastern Philippines. He is an expert in development theory, education, and governance. - Dr. Ian Clark Parcon (Ateneo de Davao University) Dr. Parcon teaches feminism, political and social philosophy. He is an expert on Habermas and the theory of deliberative democracy. - Prof. Menelito Mansueto (MSU-IIT) Prof. Mansueto is the author of Decolonial Turn in the Philippine South. He has written papers on radical politics and social media theory. - Dr. LJ Zaphan Lamboloto (Silliman University) Dr. LJ is the chair of the Philosophy Department of Silliman University. His research spans critical theory, cultural studies, and phenomenology.

  The Social Ethics Society has announced the plenary speakers for Day 1 in the SES-PUP International Ethics Conference, to be held at Waseda University in Tokyo, Japan on September 9-11, 2026. - Dr. Bernardo Caslib Jr. (UP Manila)  Dr. Caslib is an expert in moral philosophy and has written relevant papers on virtue ethics and the Philosophy of Education. - Fr. Dexter Veloso (Holy Cross of Davao College) Fr. Veloso, a UST alumnus, holds a doctorate from AUSN. His focus is environmental philosophy. He also teaches ethics and metaphysics. - Dr. Godiva Eviota-Rivera (MSU Marawi)  Dr. Rivera is a trailblazer in Peace Education. She is a pillar at the Philosophy Department of MSU. She is doing critical studies on Paul Ricoeur. Fr. Urbano Pardillo Jr. (XACOSE) Fr. Pardillo is the former dean of studies of the St. Francis Xavier College Seminary. His recent studies deal with the ethics of Artificial Intelligence.

  The Social Ethics Society (SES) has announced the keynote speakers in the 2nd SES-PUP International Ethics Conference, to be held at Waseda University in Tokyo, Japan on September 9-11, 2026. The following international scholars will deliver lectures in the event that is co-organized by the SES and the Center for Philosophy and the Humanities of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines: 1. Dr. Ayman Yousef (Arab American University, Palestine) 2. Dr. Maji Rhee (Waseda University) 3. Dr. Uji Uesuge (Waseda University) 4. Dr. Emanuel de Guzman (PUP) The theme of the conference is "A New World Order: Peace, Democracy, Global Security, and a Sustainable Future." Dr. Juichiro Tanabe of Waseda University is conference chair. The Call for Papers will be released next week.

Dr. Ryan C. Urbano was a distinguished academic and philosopher primarily associated with the University of San Carlos (USC) in Cebu City, Philippines, and Cebu Technological University (CTU). He was widely recognized for his work in ethics, interfaith dialogue, and environmental philosophy.   ​Academic Background ​Ph.D. in Philosophy: University of San Carlos, Cebu City (2010).   ​M.A. in Philosophy: University of San Carlos (1998).   ​Master’s in Applied Ethics: A joint degree from Linköping University (Sweden) and Utrecht University (Netherlands), completed in 2008.   Key Professional Roles ​While he was a prominent alumnus and former faculty member of the University of San Carlos, he also held high-level leadership positions elsewhere: ​University Director for Research and Development: He served in this capacity at Cebu Technological University (CTU), overseeing research ethics and scientific publications.   ​Associate Professor: He ...

Dr. Bernardo N. Caslib Jr. is a prominent academic and philosopher based at the University of the Philippines Manila (UPM). Within the university, he is a faculty member under the Department of Social Sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences. He is widely recognized by students and peers alike for his expertise in ethics and his ability to make complex philosophical concepts accessible. Academic Profile & Specialization Dr. Caslib holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and serves as an Associate Professor. His scholarly work is deeply rooted in the intersection of philosophy and modern societal issues. His primary areas of focus include: Applied Ethics & Bioethics: Given UP Manila’s status as the country’s health sciences center, his work often bridges moral philosophy with healthcare and professional ethics. Philosophy of Education: He is a vocal advocate for the role of moral education in higher education, arguing that it is essential for developing a "moral citizenry...

Dr. Jeffry V. Ocay is a prominent Filipino philosopher, academic, and professor based in the Philippines. He holds the rank of University Professor (the highest academic rank in Philippine state universities and colleges) at the Graduate School of Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU) in Tacloban City, Leyte, where he teaches philosophy and related fields. He previously had affiliations with Silliman University in Dumaguete. Academic Background and Specialization Dr. Ocay earned his PhD in Philosophy from Macquarie University in Australia. His expertise lies in Continental Philosophy, with a strong emphasis on: Academic Background and Specialization Dr. Ocay earned his PhD in Philosophy from Macquarie University in Australia. His expertise lies in Continental Philosophy, with a strong emphasis on: Critical Theory (particularly the Frankfurt School tradition) Social and Political Philosophy The works of Herbert Marcuse (on technology, domination, the "Great Refusal," and ema...