Philosophy
Major and Minor
The big picture - see it, understand it, challenge it, change it
What many people don't know about philosophy is that it provides you with not only a broader view and understanding of the world, but equips you with the tools to be a change-agent in whatever you choose to do. Learn to think critically, write creatively and work through the importance of what is being said or written.
What will I learn?
You will explore and understand the manner in which philosophy aids in the study of all other disciplines and in the endeavor to formulate and resolve practical problems in contemporary society and culture.
What does it mean to lead an ethical life? This is the fundamental question the course is designed to help you answer. In order to help you reflect on the nature of an ethical life and determine how you should live such a life, we will investigate how a variety of philosophers have (and continue to) answer this question.
Your gateway to a rewarding future
Get started with an internship. Simpson's location close to the Des Moines metro area provides you with many opportunities. Recent internship experiences have included the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, Dwolla and the Center for Rural Affairs in the state of Nebraska.
Continue on to the workforce. Our graduates have gotten jobs in a variety of fields including business, medicine, law, communications and public policy. Employers value this versatile degree as graduates have a deeper and more critical understanding of themselves, their values and the philosophies competing for their allegiance.
Graduate schools are eager to accept Simpson graduates. Philosophy majors have studied at Clemson University, Washington University in St. Louis, University of Iowa, University of Minnesota, University of Missouri in Columbia and Penn State, to name a few.
Are you ready to learn more?
Take a look at the unique opportunities, both inside and outside of the classroom, that the Department of Philosophy has to offer.
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