Philosophy
Welcome to the Department of Philosophy!
We offer a variety of programs and courses that will help build your skillset, whether you want a career in the medical field, are thinking of going to law school, or want to become an engineer, computer scientist, writer or artist. We also offer exciting undergraduate and graduate programs, including a BA Honors program, a new Undergraduate Certificate in Ethics and a new course-based MA program. If you are new to Philosophy and are wondering what philosophers study and what you can do with a Philosophy degree, take a look at this brief guide to the field of philosophy and its uses.
Programs
Undergraduate Degree Program
Over the course of our four-year program, you will learn how to interpret philosophical arguments, engage in philosophical discussions, pursue original avenues of research and acquire reasoning and argumentative skills unmatched by any other discipline.
Honors Degree Program
If you would like to take your understanding of Philosophy a step further and pursue your interests in a more focused way, consider enrolling in our Honors program. You will acquire a broad knowledge of philosophy, hone your independent research skills, delve deep into a topic of interest, learn how to write a longer research essay and work closely with a faculty member who will supervise your Honors Thesis.
Undergraduate Certificate in Ethics
The Undergraduate Certificate in Ethics in the Faculty of Arts positions students to become ethical leaders in the humanities, business, civil service, law, healthcare, science and other professions. The curriculum provides a broad understanding of central ethical theories together with core competencies in their application to emerging ethical issues in individual and social life. The Certificate in Ethics is a valuable credential for new professionals, public and private sector employees, and those planning to pursue graduate degrees.
Graduate Programs - MA + PhD
We offer well-rounded MA and PhD programs that cover the study of traditional areas of philosophy including metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, logic and the history of philosophy, especially ancient, medieval and early modern. We are also proud to offer teachings in the philosophy of science, philosophy of mind, aesthetics, political philosophy, environmental ethics, Indian philosophy and certain areas of continental philosophy.
fall Term 2026
w 6:00 –8:50 p.M.
Phil 120 - Symbolic logic I
A study of sentential logic, including translation, semantics, decision procedures and natural deduction followed by an introduction to predicate logic, concentrating on translation.
Dr. Hassan Masoud
fall Term 2026
TR 9:30 –10:50 a.M.
Phil 125 - Practical Logic
The elementary methods and principles for analyzing reasoning as it occurs in everyday contexts. Topics may include informal fallacies, introduction to scientific method, elementary statistical reasoning, elementary sentential logic, as well as the study of argument in contemporary debates about issues of social concern.
Prof. Paolo Verdini
fall Term 2026
mwF 3:00 –3:50 p.M.
Phil 217 - Biology, society, and values
The philosophical and social impact of historical and contemporary topics in the biological sciences.
Dr. Danielle Brown
fall Term 2026
t 2:00 –4:50 p.M.
Phil 488/594 - feminist philosophies of disability
This course offers an advanced introduction to feminist philosophical engagements with the interdisciplinary fields of disability studies and crip theories. Topics discussed will include epistemic injustice, disability bioethics, disability justice, and embodiment.
Dr. Kim Q. Hall
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