College of Arts and Humanities
Philosophy
Minor
Minor in Philosophy
Prepare to explore thought and wisdom across the ages with the Philosophy Minor. This program focuses on the fundamental questions, ideas, and arguments that have shaped human understanding.
Dive into topics such as Ethics, Philosophy of Art, Chinese Philosophy, Theory of Knowledge, or Feminist Theory. By engaging with these kinds of ideas, you will develop a more nuanced and reflective approach to the complexities of life, preparing you for a wide range of careers and personal pursuits.
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Department of Philosophy and Comparative Religion
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What You'll Study
Academic Catalog | Philosophy and Comparative Religion Website
Courses
- PHIL 101 - Philosophical Inquiry
- PHIL 103 - What Is Enlightenment?
- PHIL 104 - Moral Controversies
- PHIL 105 - The Meaning of Life
- PHIL 106 - Asian Philosophy
- PHIL 107 - Political Philosophy and Social Democracy
- PHIL 108 - Race and Justice
- PHIL 110 - Beyond Belief? Exploring the Fringe and the Paranormal
- PHIL 111 - Writing and Power: Authority, Oppression, and Resistance
- PHIL 151 - Arguments about Life and Death
- PHIL 152 - Arguments about Healthcare
- PHIL 153 - Arguments about Social Issues
Complements All Majors
The Philosophy Minor can be tailored to complement just about any major, so that you have a better understanding of your field’s fundamental principles.
Small Class Sizes
Faculty professors will know you by name and provide personalized mentoring as you develop your academic interests.
Course Topics
What can we know for sure? Can people have knowledge of things they have never experienced? Of their own minds? Of other people’s thoughts? Of God? Of anything?
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Why Study Philosophy and Comparative Religion at Central?
- Our Department offers a strong, pluralistic foundation in philosophy and religion
- Strengths include history of philosophy, applied ethics, Asian philosophy and religion, continental philosophy, and philosophy of mind
- Our classes equip you with essential skills like analytic and creative thinking, vital for the changing world of work
- A supportive community of peers is available, including an active philosophy club and regular social and academic events each quarter
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CWU is nationally recognized for this work through the AASHE STARS Gold rating and many CWU programs embed sustainability-related concepts, skills, and applied learning that prepare students to think critically about their impact on the world around them.
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