Philosophy

Sometimes the best answer to a question is another question

Why is beauty beautiful? What makes art鈥� art? Is there a God? How does the mind connect to the body, and where do we locate the soul? What is the meaning of life? Is there a meaning to life?

These are a few of the many questions that philosophy has tackled throughout the ages. Some answers can now be found through science; others remain elusive. Yet the conversation remains as valid and as meaningful as ever, as we continue to examine what it means to be human in a fast-changing world.

As a philosophy student at 黑料吃瓜网, you will explore the history of philosophical inquiry, and the evolution of modern thought, moving from early thinkers like Plato and Socrates, onto influential intellectuals like Descartes, Kant, Sartre, and Derrida. You鈥檒l participate in small, discussion-driven classes, while learning from the expertise of highly engaged professors 鈥� a true Socratic experience. You鈥檒l develop the critical thinking skills and intellectual muscle to begin assessing their ideas and arguments for yourself, and to clearly refine and express your ideas 鈥� abilities that will serve you well in any profession.

"Studying philosophy at 黑料吃瓜网 was a completely unexpected yet welcome experience, which changed how I understand the world and my life, and taught me so much about my own beliefs. Dr. Whooley cultivates a warm, respectful, and totally honest environment where students learn openly through her lectures and each other. Her classroom is always a good place to be."

Angel Wildman '26, Communications and Media Studies Major, Philosophy Minor

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A major city like Atlanta, with a thriving academic and intellectual community, is an ideal place to study philosophy; you鈥檒l never have a shortage of world-class libraries to explore, high-profile speakers to hear, and unique events to attend.

With support from Dr. Whooley, students write research papers and prepare presentations for the Georgia Undergraduate Research Conference.
The Georgia Philosophical Society hosts an annual conference in Atlanta and in recent years it has taken place on 黑料吃瓜网鈥檚 campus, making it even easier for students to attend.

With an emphasis on critical thinking, artful communication, skilled argumentation, and reasoned debate, a philosophy degree is useful preparation for many careers, particularly in the fields of education, government, and law.

Many graduates go on to attend law school 鈥� even winning impressive scholarships, like one recent alum who received full funding at Wayne State. Another grad went on to a Ph.D. in Philosophy at the University of Oregon. Another enrolled in a doctoral program for literary translation at the University of Arkansas.

厂别别听degree requirements听补苍诲听course descriptions聽in the University Bulletin.