When does the lecture take place?

The lecture starts on October 22, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.

Where will the event take place?

The event will take place at the University of Bielefeld in Room X-A2-103, Universitätsstraße 25, 33615 Bielefeld.

How much does admission cost?

Admission to the event is free.

Who will give the lecture?

The lecture will be given by Adam Knowles.

What topic will the lecture cover?

The lecture will address Martin Heidegger's relationship with the administration of fascism in the context of the history of philosophy, universities, and political responsibility.

Heidegger, Fascism, and Responsibility: A Lecture Opens the View on Power

Name: Adam Knowles (Bielefeld): Creative Radicalism: Martin Heidegger and the Administration of Fascism
Start: 2026-10-22T16:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-22T18:00:00+02:00
Location: Universität Bielefeld, Raum X-A2-103

When Philosophy Meets Political Responsibility

How closely are philosophical ideas, academic institutions, and fascist rule intertwined? The colloquium Culture/History: Politics-Image-Materiality addresses this challenging question with the lecture Creative Radicalism: Martin Heidegger and the Administration of Fascism by Adam Knowles. The event at the University of Bielefeld combines the analysis of the history of philosophy with the history of political ideas and opens a focused view on Martin Heidegger's relationship with fascism.

A Lecture on Thinking, Power, and Responsibility

The focus is on examining how philosophical concepts are embedded in political and institutional contexts. Adam Knowles engages in his research with National Socialism, university history, political theory, and the conditions of intellectual participation. His lecture situates Heidegger's thought within the history of fascist administration and academic institutions.

History of Philosophy in Scientific Dialogue

The colloquium is aimed at students, researchers, and all interested parties who are enthusiastic about history, culture, philosophy, and political theory. The event provides space for a precise engagement with terms such as radicalism, ideology, institutional responsibility, and intellectual participation. A calm, focused event atmosphere in the university building creates the appropriate framework for scientific exchange.

Adam Knowles and His Research

Adam Knowles is a researcher and speaker addressing topics related to universities in National Socialism, anti-Semitism, fascism, and political philosophy. Previous events and research contributions have taken him to, among others, the University of Konstanz and ETH Zurich. His approach combines historical source work with questions about the role of education, language, and institutions in political upheavals.

Conclusion: An Evening for Critical Thinking

Visitors can expect a challenging lecture with high relevance for political education work and historical research. Those who wish to examine Heidegger, the history of ideas, or the history of fascism from a scientifically grounded perspective will experience a concentrated event experience in Bielefeld with room for reflection and discussion.