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Philosophy
Did you know that the “Ph” in Ph.D. stands for “philosophy?” Philosophy literally means “love of wisdom.” Philosophers aren’t afraid to ask big questions and to push all of us to seek answers.
- What does a stuffed animal duck have to do with Philosophy? You'll have to take Professor Anne Mamary's class to find out.
- The term “philosophy” literally means “love of wisdom.” Love learning? This is the major for you.
- Ethics comes into play in every aspect of life these days. How will your respond when faced with an ethical dilemma?
Ask the big questions
The Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies encompasses two disciplines that share a commitment to pursuing the fundamental questions of human existence and to examining the various ways in which the traditions of philosophy and religion have answered these questions.
Let’s get philosophical
The philosophy program encourages students to think creatively and critically, analyze important texts and issues in the history of philosophy, and bring challenges and contemporary perspectives to that tradition.
The term “philosophy” literally means “love of wisdom,” and courses in philosophy range from considerations of how we should live to the nature of human knowing. The study of philosophy often inspires students to develop a practice of living that informs their lives regardless of career choice.
- <blockquote class="callout-quote"><div class="callout-quote-text"><p> “My best memories of Monmouth are of being in the classroom. No matter the class, I fell in love with being a student, and I know I’ll always carry that with me moving forward.”</p></div><footer class="callout-quote-footer">Isaac Willis ’18, Philosophy and English double major</footer></blockquote>
Our faculty are active scholars in their fields and provide opportunities for students to pursue scholarly projects in their areas of interest and to engage in the scholarly world beyond the classroom.
Philosophy News
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Episode 19: Feb. 12, 2021
Political science professor Mike Nelson, right, discusses the Great Decisions series; philosophy professor Anne Mamary on her new book, “The Alchemical Harry Potter: Essays on Transfiguration in J.K. Rowling’s Novels.”Read More -
New Harry Potter Book
Monmouth philosophy professor Anne Mamary edits volume, authors one of its essaysRead More -
A True Campus Servant
Philosophy professor Anne Mamary’s selflessness recognized with Hatch Award for Distinguished Service.Read More
Greek Life
YEAH, WE HAVE SORORITIES.WE INVENTED THEM.
Greek Life
They’re called the “Monmouth Duo” for a reason.
In 1867, the founders of Pi Beta Phi formed the nation’s first women’s fraternity, right here at Monmouth. Three years later, the founders of Kappa Kappa Gamma did the same thing.
With over 25% of our student body involved in seven active chapters, Monmouth has a rich Greek life history.