Philosophy

Philosophy involves an ongoing attempt to analyze, interpret, and rationally explain what people believe, value, and do. Philosophy courses acquaint students with the great ideas of diverse civilizations and assist them in developing philosophical orientations of their own. Courses in philosophy serve not only philosophy majors and minors, but also those who wish to study philosophy as part of the common heritage of humankind.

The philosophy major has three concentrations: (1) General Philosophy; (2) Ethics and the Public Life; and (3) World Philosophical Traditions. A student who proposes to major in philosophy may choose any of these three concentrations.