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Philosophy – Overview

  • Scott R. Sehon, Department Chair
  • Jean Harrison, Department Coordinator

  • Professors: Scott R. Sehon, Matthew Stuart
  • Associate Professor: Lawrence H. Simon (Environmental Studies)
  • Assistant Professor: Sarah O’Brien Conly

Requirements for the Major in Philosophy

The major consists of nine courses, which must include Philosophy 111, 112, and 223. Of the remaining six courses, there must be at least one course with a primary focus on epistemology and metaphysics (Philosophy 142, 145, 210, 224–227, 332, or 334); and there must be at least one course with a primary focus on value theory (Philosophy 16, 18, 120, 220, 221, 222, 241, 258, 332, 334, or 346). At least two classes must be from the group numbered in the 300s. Students must earn grades of C- or better in courses to be counted toward the major.

Requirements for the Minor in Philosophy

The minor consists of five courses, which must include Philosophy 111 and 112, one other course from the group numbered in the 200s, and one course from the group numbered in the 300s. The fifth course may be from any level. Students must earn grades of C- or better in courses to be counted toward the minor.

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