About Philosophy
About Philosophy
Philosophy (“love of wisdom”) addresses some of the most fundamental questions there are, exploring such topics as knowledge, mind, existence, society, ethics, and value. Students are exposed to a variety of historical and contemporary approaches to these questions and are encouraged to think carefully, reflectively, critically, and creatively about them for themselves.
Undergraduate Course Outlines
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Graduate Programs
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Philosophy Department Speaker Series
The Department hosts visiting speakers most weeks during the teaching term.
Philosophy Department Job Opportunities
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