Philosophy uses both logical reasoning and creative imagination to investigate some of the most fundamental questions about the human experience and the nature of reality. Our students become independent and critical thinkers who are equipped to excel in any profession.
The Academic Advising Office offers academic advising services to all students who are pursuing a major or minor within the College of Arts & Humanities.
We have partnered with other disciplines on campus to form two other majors: Philosophy, Politics, & Economics and Cognitive Science.
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Philosophy is a preferred pre-law and pre-medicine major because it develops strong analytic and critical thinking skills. These transferrable skills are essential in other professions, such as information technology, journalism, banking, counseling, non-profit leadership, real estate, law, marketing, consulting, and business leadership.
"...This department is full of extremely well read teachers who truly want to help you learn; it is so motivating!”
"...I believe that the Philosophy curriculum teaches its students critical thinking better than any other discipline..."
"...My professors are kind, open-minded and are always willing to help me succeed...”
Philosophy is a preferred pre-law and pre-medicine major because it develops strong analytic and critical thinking skills. These transferable skills are essential in several other professions.
Faculty and staff contact information for the Department of Philosophy.