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The mission of the Philosophy and Religion discipline is to offer opportunities for
engagement with historical and contemporary areas of philosophy and with the religious
traditions of the world.
We seek to enrich the educational experience of students at the University of Southern
Mississippi by helping them to understand ideas and practices that have shaped our
world and involving them in critical thinking about their own fundamental beliefs
and values.
For both students and the wider community we seek to create learning opportunities
that illuminate the ethical dimensions of professional activity and encourage thoughtful
and responsible citizenship.
Undergraduate programs in Philosophy and Religion:
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy (Pre-Law emphasis)
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy (Religion concentration)
In addition to undergraduate degrees, minors in both philosophy and religion are offered that will complement any degree.
What can you do with a philosophy education?
What can you do with a religion education?
The study of philosophy "provided a basis for creating cohesive, persuasive and rational
arguments, something that I use daily."
- Mark Lumpkin, B.A. 1980