Overview
The study of philosophy encourages students to think deeply and critically about reality, our relationship to the world, reasoning, and values. The History of Philosophy Minor combines a focus on the history of Western philosophy, from the Ancient Greeks to the 21st century, with the flexibility to pursue your personal philosophical interests.
What You'll Study
Engage with some of history’s greatest thinkers
Plato, Socrates, and You
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Program Curriculum
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Refer to the Courses of Study Bulletin for full program requirements. See tentative future course offerings for the History of Philosophy Minor.
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Courses of Study Bulletin
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Candidates for a baccalaureate degree must fulfill the requirements for a major as listed in the courses of study bulletin. The courses of study bulletin is the official source of information regarding degree requirements, academic policies, and academic majors and minors at Trinity University.
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Pathways Curriculum
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Students must complete the Pathways Curriculum in order to receive a baccalaureate degree. The Pathways Curriculum has six curricular requirements, and three optional elements that provide the foundation in the liberal arts and sciences for all the bachelor’s degrees awarded by Trinity University. Through these requirements, students acquire the necessary skills and disciplinary perspectives to navigate complex questions at Trinity and in their post-graduate lives.
Early Modern Philosophy
A close look at many of the major philosophical texts written by women and men in early modern Europe.
Classical Greek Philosophy
Dive into major figures of ancient Greek philosophy, from Thales to Aristotle, with a special focus on thinkers of the high classical period such as Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle.
Nietzsche and German Philosophy
This class focuses on the works of Friedrich Nietzsche in his philosophical tradition.
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For more information and a description of each class please visit the COSB website.
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Faculty
Faculty bring a wide variety of perspectives to the field
The Philosophy faculty have a wide variety of interests, including metaphysics, epistemology, theoretical and applied ethics, aesthetics, the history of philosophy, and public philosophy (e.g., philosophy for children).
Student Opportunities
Explore your interests through research, internships, and more
Faculty encourage students to attend philosophy conferences and submit their work to reputable undergraduate journals. Undergraduate philosophy...
Philosophy minors regularly study abroad in locations all over the world.
Philosophy for Children
In a unique service-learning class, students learn the theory and practice of teaching philosophy to children. Students study...
The student-led Philosophy Club is open to all Trinity students and meets regularly to hold discussions and socialize with other students interested...
Annual Hemlock Award for Best Philosophical Essay
Each year, the Philosophy faculty recognize outstanding philosophical work by awarding the Hemlock...
Stieren Arts Enrichment Series
The annual Stieren Arts Enrichment Series hosts an array of artistic talent, but also features an internationally...
When You Graduate
Philosophy prepares you for a good life – in every respect
Philosophy builds skills in critical thinking, comprehension, problem solving, and oral and written communication that are essential for any career, and also enables you to critically consider the values that will guide you through life.
Careers
The critical thinking skills gained through the study of philosophy are valuable for any industry, and positions held by Trinity alumni are diverse and wide-ranging.
Career Areas:
- Academia
- Communications
- Healthcare
- Information Science
- Journalism
- Policy and Law
- Social Work
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