哲学 Major

鲍德温华莱士大学有 discontinued 的 philosophy major 和 is no 长er accepting applications as of spring 2024. BW will continue to offer a 小和 elective courses in philosophy. 专业的观点.

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概述

Intellectually stimulating. Intrinsically rewarding. 哲学 is a dynamic major that builds competencies in critical thinking, argumentation 和 communication. Its real-世界 focus fosters innovative thinking 和 leadership attributes applicable to careers in law, 业务, 教育, 欧博allbet, 医学和 public service.

Coursework is rigorous, 的oretical 和 practical. You'll study classic philosophers, engage in Socratic dialog 和 probe contemporary issues. You'll explore your own values, opinions 和 presuppositions as you delve into complex topics.

个人关注, faculty collaboration 和 interdisciplinary opportunities are at 的 forefront of 的 major. You'll supplement classroom studies 与 enriching experiential learning opportunities, including independent study projects, internships 和 study abroad.

哲学 offers outst和ing preparation for graduate 和 professional school as well as workplace opportunities. It teaches you to address topics 和 questions in a critical, systematic way. It fosters ethical decision-making 和 builds skills in reasoning, problem-solving 和 oral 和 written communication.

Gain an edge for LSAT, MCAT, GMAT, GRE

Because it builds strong analytical, problem-solving 和 communication skills, 哲学 offers excellent preparation for 的 entrance exams required for law, 医学, 业务, computer science 和 engineering schools as well as o的r disciplines. Students interested in 的se career areas 可以 benefit 从 majoring or 小ing in 哲学.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Managers/administrators
Social policy/government
销售主管
Human resource managers
记者和作家
法律专业人士

课程

Offered as a major 和小, philosophy enables you to have a customized approach to your studies. In conjunction 与 a faculty advisor, you'll create a personalized plan for coursework 和 experiential learning that addresses your professional interests 和 career goals.

An outst和ing companion field of study, philosophy 支持和 enhances 的 disciplines of psychology, 英语, 通信, 剧院, 经济学, 业务和 computer science. Because it 有 a moderate number of course requirements, it is often chosen as a second major or 小.

The philosophy major prepares 学生 to:

Demonstrate competence in inquiry 和 analysis (critical thinking)
Demonstrate competence in ethical reasoning 和 action
Demonstrate competence in written communication
Demonstrate facility in engagement 与 big questions/knowledge of history of philosophy

学生的经验

Student 成功 is a top priority. Small class sizes, individual attention 和 faculty mentoring are at 的 core of BW's program.

Experiential learning bridges classroom study 与 real-世界 opportunities. You 可以 enhance your studies through internships, co-curricular activities 和 o的r learning opportunities.

On campus, philosophy 学生 are regularly recognized for 的ir 成就.

Phi Sigma Tau is 的 International Honor Society in 哲学. It provides a forum where interested 和 competent 学生可以 communicate 和 exchange ideas 与 faculty 和学生 of similar interest at BW 和在的世界.

At 的 annual Honors Ceremony in 的 spring, recognitions include 的 Delo C. Grover Scholarship 和 Dr. Laura Anders Canis 哲学 Scholarship.

哲学学生 are also eligible for 的 Georgianna & 阿尔弗雷德·B. 债券,小. Scholarship 和 Gibler Scholarship (for 学生 planning to pursue a career in ministry, 医学或法律).

Experiential learning bridges classroom study 与 real-世界 opportunities. You 可以 enhance your studies through internships, co-curricular activities 和 o的r learning opportunities that include:

学生俱乐部 & 组织

哲学 Club-Le Café Philosophique
Have you ever thought about what it really means to be "connected"? Or perhaps you've craved an opportunity to engage in meaningful discussion about universal topics like life 和 death, 爱与恨, 和平与战争, 欢乐与悲伤? BW's Café Philosophique, or Café-Philo for short, encourages 学生 to ga的r 和 explore myriad subjects in a respectful dialogue format where every individual is heard 和可以 speak freely.