Department of Philosophy
Philosophical studies help develop capacities for reading, writing, and critical thinking. Philosophy students engage in an analysis of philosophical writings. Courses focus on issues and viewpoints having historical and contemporary significance. The department emphasizes philosophical developments regarding the individual and society, and theories of mind, meaning, and language.
Where can a Philosophy degree take you? Some possible career paths include: law, politics, labor relations, social work, conflict mediation, organizational planning, journalism, teaching, literary criticism, ethics consultation, and philosophical counseling.