Department of Philosophy
Thank you for your interest in the Philosophy Department at Loyola University Chicago!
Our department houses one of the largest philosophy faculties in the United States, representing a distinctively pluralistic approach to philosophy. In line with the values of our Jesuit institution, our focus is on the critical inquiry of diverse philosophical topics in a humble, respectful and diverse climate. We offer a particularly broad selection of in-depth courses at the undergraduate and graduate level that reflect our wide range of specializations and commitment to multiplicity.
No matter your goals and interests, the Philosophy Department of Loyola University Chicago will be able to enrich your academic philosophical journey.
News and Events
History of Philosophy Roundtable Spring 2025 Meetings
February 28
Jason Stephens (Loyola University Chicago): "Socrates Against the Polymath: Labor, Freedom, and Dependency in the Rival Lovers"
March 28
Peter Hartman (Loyola University Chicago): "Why Modes? 14th Century Debates about Ontological Commitment and Laws of Nature"
April 15
Daniel Whiting (University of Southampton): "Hating Hate: Margaret Cavendish on Passion, Pain, and Disorder"
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First Annual Big Questions Lecture
Please join us on Thursday January 30 for the 1st Annual Big Questions Lecture! The lecture will take place at 5:30pm in Regis MPR, 6430 N Winthrop Ave.
This year our speaker is Dr. Jeff Fisher, who will be exploring the topic "How Should One Live?" There will be free pizza and all are welcome. We hope to see you there!
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Congratulations, Ethics Bowl Team!
On Saturday, November 16, Loyola's Ethics Bowl team competed at the Upper Midwest Regional Ethics Bowl at the University of Chicago. Loyola's team finished in the top 4 out of 20 teams and earned a bid to the national competition. The National Ethics Bowl Competition will be held February 20-23 in Norfolk, Virginia where Loyola will compete against 31 other winning teams from around the country.
For more information about Ethics Bowl, please contact Dr. Jennifer Parks at jparks1@luc.edu
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