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  • ‘Connection’ in Milan Kundera’s ‘The Unbearable Lightness of Being’
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    ‘Connection’ in Milan Kundera’s ‘The Unbearable Lightness of Being’

    By: Muhammad Azzam Rakan Noor Disclaimer: Spoilers ahead There are many ways to connect with your surroundings, whether it is through physical experiences or deeper, your soul. But truly connecting with another soul requires lowering expectations and embracing the painful, yet transformative, process that comes with it. This was one of the first thoughts that…

  • PPE Presidential Elections Vision Summary

    Dear PPE students, From The Karlovian, we understand the importance independent media has in democratic elections. That is why, understanding our role in our community we have committed ourselves to bringing the PPE Presidential elections of 2025 closer to you. In this first article you will find the positions and ideas of the running candidates…

  • Justice, Power, and Virtue: Exploring Classical Perspectives, Plato’s Dualism, and the Totalitarian Debate in the Republic

    Justice, Power, and Virtue: Exploring Classical Perspectives, Plato’s Dualism, and the Totalitarian Debate in the Republic

    By: Ivan Alieksieiev The concept of justice, a cornerstone of philosophical inquiry, has been interpreted in myriad ways throughout history, reflecting its complexity and enduring relevance. This text examines classical perspectives on justice, focusing on the contributions of figures such as Polemarchus, Thrasymachus, and Glaucon, before delving into Plato’s vision in the Republic. Plato’s conception…

  • Intersectionality in University Curriculums
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    Intersectionality in University Curriculums

    By: Natasha Noam Gol Intersectionality serves as an essential framework for understanding the intricate ways in which various facets of a person’s identity influence their life experiences and opportunities. This concept is particularly significant for social justice advocates, academics, and policymakers working toward a more equitable and inclusive society (Klar & Leeper, 2019). Kimberlé Crenshaw…

  • SIS Guide

    Dear first-year people, at The Karlovian, we understand how intimidating it is to deal with the SIS website. Even after years of using it, it still has secrets for us! So we wrote this guide, compiling all our knowledge and complementing it with screenshots to help you make your first steps in the SIS world…

  • An Incoming PPE Student’s Guide to Prague

    You’ve just arrived in the Czech Republic, an incoming fresh-faced aspiring PPE student, and you feel totally lost in Prague. How does the public transport system work? How do you get student discounts for, well… anything? How do you find your footing and anchor yourself in your PPE community?