The Department of Philosophy is closely associated with the Department of Gender and Social Justice our staff administrates both programs and many of our faculty teach in both areas. For more information on the Gender and Social Justice Department visit their website
Philosophy addresses some of the most fundamental and difficult questions there are, such as:
- What is the nature of the human mind?
- What makes knowledge trustworthy?
- What are the standards of good reasoning?
- What is a just society?
- What is the best way to live?
Philosophy as an academic discipline attempts to answer these questions with a combination of creativity and analytical rigor.
News
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Congratulations to Marco Tang
Philosophy graduate student wins award
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Congratulations Chris Lowry
Tenured Professor Chris Lowry wins award.
Monday, June 9, 2025
Tasneem Alsayyed Ahmad Celebrated in UWaterloo news story
Waterloo News celebrates six PhD graduates from this Springs convocation, including a Philosophy PhD graduate.