Rita Fulco

Rita Fulco is a Professor of Theoretical Philosophy at the University of Messina, Department of Ancient and Modern Civilizations. She specializes in ethics, social and political philosophy, history of philosophy, and metaphysics, with particular expertise in 20th century European thought.

Her research focuses on prominent philosophers including:

• Simone Weil (with publications on her ethical thought and relevance to contemporary issues)
• Roberto Esposito (exploring his concepts of biopolitics, immunity, and community)
• Hannah Arendt (particularly in relation to political community and conflict)
• Manlio Sgalambro (analyzing his philosophical contributions to contemporary thought)

Professor Fulco's work demonstrates a strong engagement with Mediterranean political philosophy, border studies, and the philosophical implications of contemporary geopolitical challenges. Her recent publications explore the archipelago as a political paradigm and the relationship between borders and neo-nationalism from a geophilosophical perspective.

She has received the "Premio di Filosofia 'Viaggio a Siracusa'" in 2014, recognizing her significant contributions to philosophical research. With 143 publications to her name, Professor Fulco maintains an active scholarly profile that bridges historical philosophical analysis with contemporary political concerns.

Professor Fulco is actively involved in public engagement through:

• MEDNIGHT (Mediterranean Night of Researchers) events (2022-2025)
• UniMe Sustainability Day 2024
• Rai Radio Tre and Rai Cultura media appearances
• Serving as contact person for the European Center for Studies on Myth and Symbol (CESMi.S)

As an educator, she teaches courses including Philosophical Hermeneutics, 20th Century Philosophies (Contemporary Philosophy), and Methodological Laboratory, demonstrating her commitment to both theoretical and methodological training for philosophy students.