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
Philosophy Colloquium: Dr. Anton Ford
Please join us for a Philosophy Colloquium on Thursday, November 14! We are delighted to welcome Dr. Anton Ford from the University of Chicago, who will give a talk entitled "The Question What To Do". This event will be held from 4:00pm to 6:00pm in Cuneo 311. It is free to attend, and all are welcome to join.
This event is sponsored by Loyola's Department of Philosophy.
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Spring 2025 Course Offerings
Information about the Philosophy Department's Spring 2025 courses is now available. A number of Philosophy courses fulfill the the Tier 1 and Tier 2 requirements for Philosophical Knowledge and Inquiry.
Course descriptions for the Spring 2025 semester, as well as previous semesters can be located at the Undergraduate Course Offerings page.
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PRG Talk: Mérédith Laferté-Coutu
The Loyola Phenomenology Research Group is pleased to welcome Dr. Mérédith Laferté-Coutu from the University of Massachusetts, Boston. On Friday, October 25, Dr. Laferté-Coutu will give a talk entitled "Taking the Land for Granted: A Phenomenological Account of Settler Subjectivity and Affective Responses to Indigenous Presence in Canada and the U.S."
The talk will take place from 3:00pm to 5:00pm on the 4th Floor of the Information Commons. A reception will follow in the lobby outside of the Philosophy Department on the third floor of the Crown Center. We hope to see you there!
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6th Annual Philosophy Faculty Debate
Please join us on Tuesday, October 15 for the 6th Annual Philosophy Faculty Debate! The debate will take place at 6pm in Cuneo 210.
This year's topic is "Should We Maintain Civility in Political Discourse?", which will be debated by Dr. David Ingram and Dr. Brandon Morgan-Olsen. There will be free pizza and all are welcome. We hope to see you there!
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