The unexamined life is not worth living. Whereof one cannot speak thereof one must be silent. With intellectual honest and in-depth examination, philosophy teacher and students inquire into ideas, values and questions that excite people willing to think about the basics of human life. In the process students reflect on their own societal and personal beliefs, allowing them to make more reflective and more responsible ife-philosophy choices. As demonstrated by Socrates, philosophical skills are necessary for a good life and a good society.
Philosophy is essential to a well-rounded liberal arts education, and afterwards.
Career information Graduates of the Philosophy program at Buffalo State have been accepted into quality graduate schools and have earned advanced degrees in Law, Education and Psychology as well as Philosophy. Anyone aspiring to succeed in virtually any career can substantially benefit from a curriculum which develops skills in logic, in moral reasoning, in careful argumentation and thoughtful writing, and in discussion of complex issues. For student who meet the qualifications, the Philosophy Department offers a B.A. degree with honors. The Philosophy Club provides a forum for students to discuss topics decided by those attending the meeting without adhering to any set objective other than the mutual sharing of ideas. Membership is open to all that are interested.