Philosophy Program Overview
Studying Philosophy means participating in the traditions of inquiry concerned with fundamental questions about the world, our knowledge of the world, and how we should live. More colloquially, philosophers think hard about matters that matter.
In addition to the goods inherent to practicing philosophy, philosophy can also boost your skills in related disciplines, such as math and English.
At Tarleton, philosophy courses can satisfy the Language, Philosophy, and Culture and Social and Behavioral Sciences components of the core curriculum. Philosophy courses are also key parts of other majors, such as political science, communications, and psychology. A minor in philosophy could be a fruitful complement to almost any major.
Minor in Philosophy
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The Tarleton Philosophy Society aims to raise awareness and appreciation of philosophical questions and practices through activities, community service, and education. Meetings are generally scheduled twice a month and are a great opportunity for relaxed conversation and discussion on a philosophical topic.
Faculty
| Name | Title | Education | Expertise | Office | Phone |
| Dr. Karl Aho | Associate Dean, Honors College | Ph.D., Baylor University | Ethics, History of Philosophy, Kierkegaard | Honors College, Suite 1233 | 254-968-9022 |
| Dr. Doug Blount | Assistant Professor | Ph.D., University of Notre Dame | Metaphysics, Analytic Theology, Philosophy of Religion, and Philosophy of Science | O.A. Grant Building, Room 389 | 254-968-0586 |
| Dr. Matthew Hallgarth | Associate Professor | Ph.D., University of Florida | Military Ethics and Political Philosophy | O.A. Grant Building, Room 350 | 254-968-9029 |
| Dr. Rhett Forman | Assistant Professor | Ph.D., University of Dallas Ph.D., University of Salamanca | Political philosophy, Ethics and Emotion, Philosophy in Literature, and Aesthetics | Fort Worth campus, CAB 263F | 817-349-2911 |