The Philosophy Department at Simpson College is dedicated to broadening the minds of all students. Whether you're interested in pursuing a career in philosophy or interested in developing the skills necessary to succeed in a wide variety of careers: critical and analytical thinking, argumentative writing and detailed reading comprehension, studying philosophy will aid you in your journey.  Please take a look at our curriculum to see what the Simpson Philosophy Department has to offer.

Matt Nichols '15

"When I came to Simpson, I never thought I'd be studying philosophy, but I soon found ethics to be one of my favorite areas of study. I really love the free-thinking atmosphere and how the study of ethics really engages critical thinking, which leads to countless new perspectives on all sorts of topics, even ones about which I thought I already knew. Overall, I am studying ethics and philosophy because I love the field and because it helps me become a well-rounded individual who truly thinks outside the box." -Matt Nichols