The Philosophy and Humanities department houses eight full-time faculty and a major and minor in philosophy, as well as a minor in Religious Studies. A major or minor in philosophy challenges students to examine their societal and personal beliefs and values so that they are more creatively and responsibly chosen. Students who graduate with a bachelor of arts in philosophy acquire a well-rounded and liberal education with an emphasis on careful and critical thinking. A minor in Religious Studies deepens students' understanding of various religious traditions and their own religious beliefs and values. More details on all of these topics can be found by following the links to the left.
Courses that the department is scheduled to teach in future semesters are listed in the following locations: Spring 2012
As you prepare to register for Spring 2012, please consult these descriptions of the classes that the Philosophy and Humanities department will be offering.
For your convenience, here is a list of the faculty's Spring 2012 Office Hours.
Some students may be eligible for financial aid. Follow the link for more details.
Special Announcements:
Year of The Arts Public Lecture in Philosophy: "That's Awesome: Kant on the Sublime," Robert Clewis, Ph.D. (Department of Philosophy, Gwynedd-Mercy College)
Dr. Clewis is author of The Kantian Sublime and the Revelation of Freedom (Cambridge University Press, 2009). His public lecture will focus attention on the sublime which, in philosophy of art, refers to the quality of overwhelming size or greatness that inspires awe, enthusiasm, or respect. Clewis will discuss the extent to which Kant thinks that the experience of sublimity is related to freedom.
Monday, 12 March 2012
4:30 - 6:00 PM
BSC Butler Library Room 210
Free and Open to the Public
Sponsored by the BSC Department of Philosophy and Humanities and the School of Arts and Humanities
For further details, please consult this flyer.
For information about further events scheduled for Spring 2012, please consult the Faculty-Student Colloquium section of our website.
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For information concerning Philosophy and Humanities, please contact
Kimberly Blessing at blessika@buffalostate.edu