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What can you do with a philosophy degree?

November 14, 2016 by Mary Chiles

Strong Hall at Missouri State University

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EntT4Ndhu7g A broad range of career options Many students are drawn to philosophy, but some wonder if it's a practical choice. Instead of focusing on one set career path, however, philosophy majors learn to analyze complex ideas - which hones critical thinking skills - and they learn to communicate. Many top employers prize the analytical and … [Read more...] about What can you do with a philosophy degree?

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Philosophy is the foundation for alum’s career in human rights

October 31, 2016 by Mary Chiles

Philosophy alumnus Andrew Shaughnessy

Andrew Shaughnessy remembers the uncertainty and insecurity he felt as an 18-year-old who moved to Springfield to attend Missouri State. A bright and eager student, he knew the path others wanted him to follow but didn’t know what he really wanted. And then he took an introductory philosophy class. “I blossomed, really - it was kind of an ‘aha’ moment whenever I went into … [Read more...] about Philosophy is the foundation for alum’s career in human rights

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Alumnus begins clerkship with Missouri Supreme Court

October 1, 2016 by Mary Chiles

Thomas Limbrick

Thomas Limbrick ’13 is serving a two-year judicial clerkship with the Honorable Mary Rhodes Russell of the Supreme Court of Missouri. But he said it was earning a philosophy degree at Missouri State that helped prepare him for the rigors of law school and his burgeoning career. He credits mentors like Andrew Johnson and Jack Knight, whom he calls, “two of the smartest people … [Read more...] about Alumnus begins clerkship with Missouri Supreme Court

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“The Unexpected Way Philosophy Majors Are Changing The World Of Business”

August 21, 2015 by Andy

Read about the value of studying philosophy for a career in business. … [Read more...] about “The Unexpected Way Philosophy Majors Are Changing The World Of Business”

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Congratulations to our faculty on their recent publications!

February 13, 2015 by Andy

Elizabeth Foreman (2014). "An Agent-Centered Account of Rightness: The Importance of a Good Attitude." Ethical Theory and Moral Practice, 17(5), 941-954. Elizabeth Foreman (2014). "Brain-Damaged Babies and Brain-Damaged Kittens: A Re-Examination of the Argument from Marginal Cases." Journal of Animal Ethics, 4(1), 58-73. Andrew Johnson and Danielle Hathcock (2014). "Study … [Read more...] about Congratulations to our faculty on their recent publications!

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