Philosophy Student Resources

Course-Related Resources

Philosophy Tutors - Philosophy majors are available in JRC 209 during posted hours to answer questions, explain philosophical concepts and provide help with writing assignments.

Logic Exercises - On-line, interactive logic exercises for students in PHIL 115-Philosophy of Human Person and PHIL 214-Introductory Ethics.

Clickers - Interactive "clicker" response systems will be used in some philosophy classes for such things as attendance, interactive class participation, quizzes, exams, etc.

Other Student Resources

Scholarships & Grants
Research Opportunities
Helpful Philosophy Links

UST Opportunities to Expand Your Involvement in Philosophy

Philosophy Club - A student-led organization for anyone with an interest in philosophy. The group organizes regular, lunch-time talks around important contemporary issues.

Quaerentes Veritatem (The Truth Seekers) - A new interdisciplinary group interested in discussing the intersection of life and thought with faith.

Annual Retreat for Philosophy Majors and Minors - An opportunity for majors, minors and faculty to devote an extended period of time reflecting on a particular theme.

Philosophy Colloquium Series - A series of lunch-time presentations by guest lecturers and University of St. Thomas faculty.

Other Opportunities to Expand Your Involvement in Philosophy

Minnesota Philosophical Society Spring Student Philosophy Conference - The Minnesota Philosophical Society hosts an annual Student Philosophy Conference in the Spring of each year. A different educational institution organizes and hosts the annual event. A call for papers is generally issued in February.

FAQ's

Request for Course Evaluation -  If you would like to receive credit for a course taken at another institution, or if you would like a study-abroad course approved, please complete a Request for Course Evaluation form and deliver it (along with required supporting materials) to JRC 241. Paper copies of the Request for Course Evaluation Form are available in JRC 241.

Declaring a Major or Minor - To declare a philosophy major or minor, please see Ann M. Hale, the Philosophy Administrative Assistant, in JRC 241.