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PHILOSOPHY Do you like debating unanswerable questions? Is independent thinking something you respect? Do you like to question hidden assumptions and challenge perceived authority? Studying philosophy is an excellent way to prepare for the world. Studies show people with a bachelor’s degree in philosophy have a high starting salary, and tend to earn more over their lifetime than people with degrees in any other humanities field.* Perhaps it is because philosophy demands a special type of mental rigor, along with sharp critical thinking and writing skills, the ability to engage in meaningful discourse and constant examination of ethics and social justice issues. All qualities that set a solid foundation for a future in any career.
CAREER PATHS TO EXPLORE
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JOURNALISM
YOU WILL LEARN TO:
EDUCATION
• Think critically • Construct and analyze complex arguments
CREATIVE WRITING
• Engage in meaningful discourse • Solve problems across a variety of disciplines
POLITICS
• Consider ethics and social justice issues • Engage and learn from diverse perspectives
WOMEN FOCUSED: Emphasis is on the education and empowerment of women.
THE ST. KATE’S DIFFERENCE
DIVERSITY: Study is inclusive of diverse populations. CAREER-READY: Students are prepared to thrive in a global marketplace and an increasingly challenging world.
PHILOSOPHY (continued) THE CLASSES Classes in the Philosophy program include but are not limited to: • Logic
• Environmental Ethics
• Faith and Doubt
• Critical Thinking
• Philosophy of Women
• Philosophy and Film
• Philosophy and Human Life
• Philosophy of Law
ENRICH YOUR EXPERIENCE Office of Scholarly Engagement We’ve built a home for you to discover all of the opportunities that help transform your education and future. Visit the Office of Scholarly Engagement for ways to enhance your classroom learning and prepare for a career, and grow in ways you never imagined with global studies, collaborative research, service learning in the community, honors program, and competitive fellowships. Visit stkate.edu/ose for more information.
The information in this document applies to students entering the College for Women. Portions of this document are subject to change at any time. Consult the St. Catherine University Undergraduate Academic Catalog for official requirements.
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EXPLORE YOUR INTERESTS This degree pairs well with other majors and minors, such as: • Pre-Law • Pre-Med • English • Biology • Psychology • History • International Studies
ALUM TRACKER St. Kate’s Philosophy alumni are currently employed by or have leadership roles at: • Intel • Target Foundation • Boston Scientific • University of Michigan Institute for Social Research • Be Well Natural Medicine • Capella University • Africa Inland Mission • All Things Birth • American Craft Council
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