Adam Smith 300 launch
Published: 27 January 2023
At the Adam Smith 300 launch at the University of Glasgow leading scholars discussed Smith’s contribution to economics, philosophy and the arts.
The Adam Smith 300 launch was at the University of Glasgow where leading scholars discussed Smith’s contribution to economics, philosophy and the arts.
Dr Craig Smith, Adam Smith Senior Lecturer in the Scottish Enlightenment, led the discussions
Following on from the #AdamSmith300 launch event at the @ScotParl, @UofGAsbs hosted a launch at the University last night.
— University of Glasgow (@UofGlasgow) January 27, 2023
Throughout his tercentenary year UofG will be celebrating alumnus Adam Smith.@UofGVC explains the importance of Smith today https://t.co/rIkgT8k5eY pic.twitter.com/Fj0jTBkrDw
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This episode of Spotlight podcast, from the College of Social Sciences, brings together the same academics to talk about Adam Smith and his contribution to a variety of disciplines.
, is joined by:
- Glen Pettigrove, Professor of Moral Philosophy
- Sayantan Goshal, the Adam Smith Professor of Political Economy
- Dr Tanya Wilson, Lecturer in Economics
- Dr Maha Rafi Atal, Lecturer in Global Economy
- Bob McMaster, Professor of Political Economy
The University is very grateful for the support of the John Templeton Foundation for this project.
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First published: 27 January 2023
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What an amazing event last night for the #AdamSmith300 launch. Fantastic turnout, great panel session discussion and an opportunity to network with colleagues and our community #enlightenment @UofGAsbs @janshearer4 https://t.co/FhRx7nula5
— Kirsteen DALY (@DalyKirsteen) January 27, 2023
Dr Craig Smith's answer was to give NHS leaders a copy of Smith's books to read - maybe they should join our @templeton_fdn Global Reading Group to study The Wealth of Nations, starting this February!
— Charlotte Morris (@CBo79) January 27, 2023
Still time to join up - please RT #AdamSmith300https://t.co/ls4rV9Vwi3 https://t.co/5wokAOQQlC