Degrees & Requirements

Philosophy (B.A.)

PHIL 101 Introduction to Philosophy (3)
PHIL 201 Ethics (3)
PHIL 211 History of Ancient and Medieval Philosophy (3)
PHIL 212 History of Modern Philosophy (3)
PHIL 231 Techniques of Reasoning (3)
PHIL 314 Twentieth Century Philosophy (3)
PHIL 480 Senior Project (3)
Three additional courses in Philosophy* (9)
Total 30
Additional Requirement: (3-4)
MATH 121 or above, OR
STAT 161, 162 or 163

*Chosen in consultation with the advisor.

The senior project requires research, development of a personal methodological stance, and application of analytical skills.
Minor in Philosophy

A student may minor in philosophy by completing 101, 211, 212, 231, and two other philosophy courses chosen in consultation with the department chair.

This information is effective using the most recent Academic Catalog for more detailed course descriptions you can view the Academic Catalog here.

For Current Students, you may check your individual degree requirements using Self-Service. More information in regards to this can be found on the Registrar’s page.

Meet Our Alumni

<span class="lw_item_thumb"><a href="/live/profiles/717-"><img src="/live/image/gid/2/width/345/height/225/crop/1/src_region/0,0,400,458/434_af0d5ce9c54d85187e41959d8af6a8af_f7429.rev.1502218376.jpg" alt="Lillian Minix" class="lw_image" width="345" height="225" data-max-w="400" data-max-h="458"/></a></span><div class="lw_widget_text"><h4 class="lw_profiles_headline"><a href="/live/profiles/717-"><p> Lillian Minix </p></a></h4><div class="lw_profiles_description"><p> Lillian Minix (E&H ’15) is the full-time graphic and web coding designer for the Girl Scouts of Virginia Skyline Council in Roanoke, Virginia. She takes care of the print and web design for the organization’s 36 Virginia counties – ranging from Culpeper to Grayson. She creates logos, posters, flyers and any other graphic need. Additionally, she manages the Council’s four website media accounts, using Salesforce, Wordpress, and Adobe Experience Manager.</p><p> Lillian says her days as an E&H student got her ready for all the new challenges of a busy job. “Emory & Henry prepared me well beyond what I could have ever imagined for my current role in society. The Arts Department at Emory helped me focus my talents in graphic design and motivate me to pursue countless internships that still impact my day-to-day life. The Philosophy Department helped me healthily question knowledge I had of myself and apply it to my arts career. My general courses at Emory taught me life guidance in handling moral dilemmas, dealing with peers’ idiosyncrasies, knowing when to stand your ground, and getting away with sneakily dozing off at your desk. Emory and the people it harbors are great. I could try to find some lengthy way to phrase how awesome it is, but that’s not necessary. I’m more than grateful for each one of my experiences at Emory and I’m absolutely honored to call it my <em>alma mater</em>and look forward to each visit as an alumna.”</p><p> In addition to all the great work experience, Lillian has had one more exciting perk from the job. “I also had the opportunity to join the Girl Scouts as an adult member!”</p></div><a href="/live/profiles/717-" class="link-with-arrow gold">Keep reading</a></div>