Department of Philosophy
Thank you for your interest in the Philosophy Department at Loyola University Chicago!
Our department houses one of the largest philosophy faculties in the United States, representing a distinctively pluralistic approach to philosophy. In line with the values of our Jesuit institution, our focus is on the critical inquiry of diverse philosophical topics in a humble, respectful and diverse climate. We offer a particularly broad selection of in-depth courses at the undergraduate and graduate level that reflect our wide range of specializations and commitment to multiplicity.
No matter your goals and interests, the Philosophy Department of Loyola University Chicago will be able to enrich your academic philosophical journey.
News and Events
SPEP 64
The 64th annual meeting of the Society for Phenomenology and Existential Philosophy will be hosted by Loyola University Chicago, November 19-21. All sessions will be held in the Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile hotel. For registration information and the meeting program please visit www.spep.org/ All Loyola undergraduate students are invited to attend for free. Simply bring your Loyola ID to the conference registration desk.
John Grant Awards for Health Equity
For spring 2027 three Loyola students will be selected for a John Grant Award in Health Equity. Each award is valued at $2000!
Undergraduate students with a demonstrated interest in and commitment to addressing health equity are encouraged to apply. Applicants do not need to be declared bioethics minors or philosophy majors or minors. Applications are due by 5pm on Friday, December 11. Please see the linked flyer for more information. If you have any questions please contact Dr. Jennifer Parks
Philosophy Graduate Student Published in the Chicago Tribune
The Department of Philosophy is pleased to celebrate the publication of an article by graduate student David Inczauskis in the Chicago Tribune. His piece, "Why clergy continues to show up for those held at Broadview ICE facility," reflects his engagement with pressing social and ethical issues and brings philosophical reflection into the public sphere. We congratulate David on this accomplishment and are proud to share his work with our community.
Spring 2027 Undergraduate Courses
Information about the Philosophy Department's Spring 2027 courses is now available. A number of Philosophy courses fulfill Philosophical Knowledge and Inquiry and Ethical Knowledge and Inquiry Core requirements.
For more information on our spring courses, including 200- and 300-level course descriptions, please visit the Spring 2027 Undergraduate Courses page. Spring 2027 course registration begins November 9.
J-Term 2027 Philosophy Courses
J-Term courses can be added to your enrollment shopping cart now. The Philosophy Department is offering 100- and 200-level courses that fulfill Core requirements as well as Philosophy major and minor requirements. All Philosophy J-Term courses are offered online, asynchronously. J-Term 2027 course registration begins October 12.
View J-Term 2027 Philosophy Course Information