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Department of Philosophy

The Department of Philosophy

Deals with ultimate questions of human existence and cultivates vital skills for changing times. The Department welcomes both interdisciplinary research and more traditional approaches to philosophy.

Spring 2027 Course Descriptions Are Now Available!

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Upcoming TEDxSBU Talk Featuring
Michael Hijazin '27

Philosophy Major | Chemistry Minor 

Michael’s academic focus lies at the intersection of philosophy, medicine, human dignity, and what it means to lead a well-lived life. Drawing from his experiences in clinical research, hospice volunteering, and philosophical inquiry, he explores reflective approaches to mortality that deepen our understanding of purpose, service, and compassion in healthcare and daily life. Outside the classroom, Michael is active in student leadership across the Philosophy Research Symposium, the Running Club, and the Newman Catholic Club.

Attend Michael's TEDxSBU Talk - November 13 - Wang Center

In his talk, "The Art of Dying"  Michael will explore how confronting mortality can reshape our understanding of life, purpose, and human-centered care.

👉 Register for TEDxSBU and view the full event schedule

 

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Armaan Ahmed '25

MA in Philosophy with a concentration in the Arts

Attending Stony Brook's MA in Philosophy and the Arts was, without a doubt, one of the best decisions I have ever made. There is no other program that could have allowed me to explore my deep interest in art through a rigorous theoretical lens. The program's curriculum creates a symbiotic, reciprocal relationship between art and philosophy, allowing each to deepen and expand the other. 

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The Difference You Make

A conversation with Anthony Steinbock

In this episode, host David Wrobel, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences is joined by Anthony “Tony” Steinbock, professor and chair of the Department of Philosophy and alumnus of its PhD program. An expert in the field of phenomenology – an examination of the way in which things present themselves – Tony shares why the field remains relevant today, in many disciplines, as a method of examining lived experience.
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