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
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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