Philosophy challenges students to think deeply about complex ideas and put those insights to work in meaningful ways.
Through research, internships, experiential learning, and campus involvement, you’ll have the chance to apply your skills in a variety of settings. These opportunities complement coursework by strengthening critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and leadership while helping you explore careers, build professional networks, and engage with some of society's most important questions.
Internships give philosophy undergraduates the opportunity to apply skills in analysis, ethical reasoning, and clear communication while gaining professional experience and making connections in their fields of interest. Students pursue opportunities in public policy, nonprofit and community organizations, law and government, business and consulting, education, and more.
CSU Philosophy students have completed internships at:
- United States Congress & Senate
- Better Business Bureau of Northern Colorado & Wyoming
- CSU Student Sustainability Center
- El Pomar Foundation
- City of Fort Collins
- CSU Center for Public Deliberation
Questions? Contact our Internship Coordinator
Collin Rice
- Associate Professor
- Director of Undergraduate Studies
Student Organizations & Community
Philosophy Club is our most dynamic student gathering. Meeting weekly, philosophy students join classmates from across campus to engage in deep discussion on topics picked by the group, ranging from the nature of time and the dimensions of human consciousness to the ethical challenges of global business and sustainability. Meetings take place regularly.
Contact our faculty advisor to join the club list for meeting and event announcements.
Want to get on our Philosophy Club list?
Contact our faculty advisor
Paul DiRado
- Assistant Teaching Professor
CSU is home to an award-winning Ethics Bowl team that competes in regional and national intercollegiate competitions focused on the moral dimensions of public policy and current societal issues. Team members work together to analyze complex ethical cases, articulate the principles at stake, develop and defend thoughtful arguments, and respond to questions from opposing teams and expert judges. Open to students of all majors, Ethics Bowl offers the opportunity to engage with real-world issues, strengthen critical thinking and argumentation skills, and make great friends along the way.
Have questions about the Ethics Bowl?
Contact Faculty Advisor: Eric Easley
Eric Easley
- Senior Instructor
Majors/Minors Meet-Ups
Throughout the year, we host meetings pertinent to philosophy students at different stages of our programs. Join us for the first-year welcome, sophomore degree planning, career preparation activities for juniors and seniors, or applications for PhD programs for those interested in graduate school. Keep on the lookout for CANVAS announcements on our major page.
Studying abroad is one of the most high-impact educational experiences available to students. We encourage philosophy majors to get out of the classroom — and Colorado! — to experience new cultures, perspectives, and ways of thinking. Whether you're exploring questions about ethics, religion, politics, or the good life, the programs below offer opportunities to engage with philosophy in new contexts and have been selected to complement the department's strengths in applied ethics, global philosophies, and cross-cultural perspectives.
For the most up-to-date information, visit the Recommended Philosophy Programs Abroad page through Education Abroad, below.
Take philosophy outside the classroom during summer session at the CSU Mountain Campus! In this two-week summer program, students earn 3 to 9 credits while exploring fundamental questions about the value, meaning, history, and other elements of the environmental humanities.
Surrounded by the Rocky Mountains, you'll connect ideas from the arts, history, and other humanities to the landscapes that inspire them while living and learning in a close-knit community. Students can also extend their summer studies with immersive courses in environmental art and history.
Pursue your own philosophical questions through undergraduate research. Collaborate with faculty mentors, explore complex ideas, strengthen your skills as a thinker and writer, and present your work at research showcases, symposia, and interdisciplinary research programs across campus. Philosophy students often participate in CURC, MURALS, and our own Works in Progress series.
Works in Progress
The Works in Progress (WIP) series gives students the opportunity to share research, ideas, and projects in an informal, supportive setting. Whether you're brainstorming a thesis topic, developing a conference paper, or refining a research project, WIP welcomes work at any stage and encourages thoughtful feedback from fellow students, graduate students, and faculty. Undergraduate capstone students and those preparing for conference presentations are especially encouraged to join these engaging lunchtime discussions.
Have questions about WIP? Contact our faculty advisor to learn more about this opportunity.
Moti Gorin
- Associate Professor
Institutes & Workshops
We encourage our majors to take advantage of competitive philosophy summer programs, institutes, and workshops across the country. From exploring new areas of philosophy to building connections with faculty and fellow students, these opportunities can enrich your academic experience and strengthen your path in the discipline.
Scholarships
Philosophy students can apply for scholarships supported by generous donors, the university, and the College of Liberal Arts. Opportunities are available for incoming and continuing students and recognize academic achievement, leadership, and engagement in the discipline, helping advance your studies and future goals.