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Are you fascinated by the difficult questions of the human condition? Do you get angry or inspired by issues of social justice, longing to understand the driving factors behind them and to work to establish peace and equality? If so, pursuing a philosophy minor, combined with any number of majors, will allow you to blend your passion for exploring life’s profound questions with your desire for meaningful work.

Philosophy is an explicit and intentional study of what it means to be human, and as such it’s powerfully formative for any student, regardless of major. In addition to learning to contend with complex concepts, philosophy minors will also be trained to critically analyze difficult texts, problem-solve creatively, and speak and write persuasively, clearly articulating their thoughts and ideas. These skills will prepare you for graduate school or any career field of your choice. Whether your dreams lie in business, law, education, politics, entertainment, or anywhere else, the foundational skills gained from this specialization will make you stand out in your field of choice.

For information about the courses required for the Philosophy, minor program, view the ¹ú²ú͵ÅÄ Catalog. 

¹ú²ú͵ÅÄ philosophy graduates are exceptionally skilled in the intangible aspects of their discipline that can form, sustain, and strengthen any company or community. These soft skills are highly sought after by employers, and according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers' Job Outlook 2016 report, employers rated verbal communication skills as the most important candidate quality. Philosophy minors at ¹ú²ú͵ÅÄ cultivate these strengths in a Christian context that nurtures their intellectual and spiritual lives and equips them to be reasoned and ethical leaders in a variety of careers.

A minor in philosophy can be a useful and natural complement within a variety of careers and industries, such as:

• Domestic or International Law
• Journalism
• Domestic or International Business
• Teaching
• Media Communication
• Nonprofit Organization
• Government
• Visual Art

Student Profile

Emilie Anderson (19)

Emilie Anderson (19) didn’t always know she was a philosopher. She wasn’t aware of that until her sophomore year at ¹ú²ú͵ÅÄ, when she attended a general philosophy class.

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