The Program
The Ethics and Social and Political Philosophy BA is among three majors offered by the Philosophy Department. It is intended for students who have a specific concern with questions of value as they apply to individuals, society, and the state. It provides a broad outlook on these problems and attempted solutions to them, but should not in general be considered the best preparation for graduate work in philosophy. It will, however, serve as a good liberal arts base for careers in politics, the law, or social service.
The Philosophy Department attempts to provide meaningful and effective advising. Each of the major programs has a special advising plan and students are urged to take advantage of it. A student who intends to sign up as a major in one of these programs should contact the department chairperson, who will discuss the advising component of the program.