This can be a component of a Minor in Philosophy. The Philosophy Department is closely associated with the Institute for Social Responsibility, which brings speakers onto campus to speak about issues having to do with business ethics. You can complete the 18 units in the Philosophy Minor by taking all G.E. courses. Philosophy and the Arts One major sub-discipline of Philosophy is Aesthetics. Aesthetics is closely related to the various philosophies of the arts, e.g. philosophy of visual art, philosophy of music, and so forth.
Philosophy also explores themes that are of interest to artists.
Many artists have devoted portions of their careers to studying philosophy. A minor in Philosophy would be appropriate. Concentration in Design Studies has 7 open electives and 12 electives in support of the major. This allows for a Philosophy Minor, which can be taken largely through G.E. courses. Although there are few electives available in each program, a minor in Philosophy is possible through taking G.E. courses in Philosophy.