The Constitution and Bylaws of Northern Illinois University afford equal treatment regardless of political views or affiliation, and sexual orientation. B.A. Degree in Philosophy A baccalaureate degree program in philosophy strongly supports the central mission of any university. It aims at improving the overall undergraduate experience not only for majors in philosophy but also for students across all fields of study who enroll in philosophy for general education or elective credit.
Philosophy is a fundamental humanities discipline.
The department believes that the quality of individual and social life depends on the quality of the mind, and that the skills developed through the study of philosophy help to prepare students for effective, responsible, and articulate membership in the complex society in which they live as well as in their chosen professions or occupations. For students who wish to continue their studies beyond the baccalaureate level, the program provides an excellent foundation for graduate study in philosophy as well as for advanced study in many professional fields. Features of the Philosophy Program at NIU An Excellent Faculty. All 12 members of the faculty hold doctorates in philosophy and are active scholars who are committed to teaching. Two faculty members have been named Presidential Research Professors, and one is a Presidential Teaching Professor.