Department of Philosophy
Thank you for your interest in the Philosophy Department at 蜜芽传媒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 蜜芽传媒Chicago will be able to enrich your academic philosophical journey.
News and Events
History of Philosophy Roundtable Fall 2025 Meetings
September 19 - Stephen Cunniff (University of Chicago): "The Master's Problem: Revisiting Hegel's Imminent Critique of Social Domination"
October 24 - Thomas Byrne (UIC): "Counting Civilization: Husserl's History of Humanity through Numbers"
November 14 - Naomi Simmons-Thorne (蜜芽传媒Chicago): "To Foster or Debunk?: Black Feminism, Frankfurt School Critical Theory, and the New Materialist Turn"
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2025 Philosophy Undergraduate Reception
Please join us on Thursday, September 4 from 4:30pm to 6:00pm for the Philosophy Undergraduate Reception. The reception will be held in the Crown Center Second Floor Lobby and all are welcome. We hope to see you there!
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Congratulations, Dr. Gordon and Dr. Vukov!
The Philosophy Department is thrilled to announce that two department members were recently recognized, alongside other faculty and staff award winners, at University Convocation. Dr. Joy Gordon received the Alice B. Hayes Award for Advising and Mentoring. This award recognizes faculty who demonstrate exceptional commitment to advising and mentoring students both inside and outside the classroom. Dr. Joseph Vukov received the St. Ignatius Loyola Award for Excellence in Teaching. This award honors a faculty member who exemplifies excellence in teaching, mentoring, global awareness, and the promotion of justice, always guided by cura personalis and the Jesuit mission.