Welcome to the Department of Philosophy at Penn State
The Department of Philosophy has been a bedrock of the Penn State community for more than one hundred years. Students come to us to delve into philosophical theory, explore its historical and cultural impact, and tackle today’s pressing social issues. We are also committed to preparing and diversifying the next generation of philosophy scholars, solidifying our enduring legacy in the discipline.
There are currently no upcoming events. Here are some of our past events:
December 5, 2025
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
158 Willard Building
November 14, 2025
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
158 Willard Building
September 19, 2025
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
158 Willard Building
September 11, 2025
6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Freeman Auditorium, 117 HUB Robeson Center
April 25, 2025
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Foster Auditorium, 102 Paterno Library
March 31, 2025
4:00 p.m.
110 Robb Hall, Hintz Family Alumni Center