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Philosophy

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Why Study Philosophy?

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Philosophy develops critical reasoning skills, clarity in thought and language, and competence in synthesizing a good deal of information into a systematic, coherent picture.  These abilities form a core part of the skill set for anyone who hopes to flourish in a complex, diverse, multicultural world.

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Events

 
Sep
11
2025
Academic Directions Fair - Philosophy

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Evanston

Learn about the Department of Philosophy! Meet current students! Meet faculty! Find out about our student groups! Ask questions!

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News

 
Congratulations to faculty member Rachel Zuckert for her appointment as the Peter B. Ritzma Professor in the Humanities!
Congratulations to Dr. Annie Corbitt, who successfully defended her dissertation, “Uncovering the Relationship Between Poetry and Philosophy: An Analysis of Plato's Ion, Symposium, Phaedrus, and Republic Practical Guide to Know-How.”
Congratulations to Dr. Beth Barker, who successfully defended her dissertation, “A Practical Guide to Know-How.”
Congratulations to senior philosophy major Clary Doyle for giving the undergraduate Commencement speech for Northwestern's Class of 2025!
Congratulations to Dr. Eskil Elling, who successfully defended his dissertation, “Hegel on Aesthetic Freedom.”

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