Philosophy (Minor)
Philosophy is the study of how we think about society, the world, and the universe. It considers the broad, fundamental questions humans ask about existence, love, knowledge, ethics, and more.
As a Minor in Philosophy, you'll study the great philosophers and consider the core questions that humans have long been asking. Students can choose from wide-ranging topics to study such as ancient philosophy, twentieth-century philosophy, political philosophy, philosophy of science, ethics, philosophy of law, and philosophy of free speech.
Program Overview
Explore the history of human inquiry into the ways we think about society, the world, and the universe. You'll study the great philosophers and consider the core questions that humans have long been asking about existence, love, knowledge, ethics, and more.
Career Opportunities
The Minor in Philosophy will expand your critical thinking and text-analysis skills. It is a great choice for students interested in the following fields:
- Law
- Politics
- Journalism
- Teaching
This minor consists of 15 credit hours of philosophy courses at or above the 300-level.
Interested in declaring a minor? Talk with your academic adviser or Academic Affairs to plan out your course schedule and fill out the Minor Request Form.
Featured Faculty
Elisabeth Hildt
Warren Schmaus
