Philosophy Department
"Wonder is the feeling of the philosopher, and philosophy begins in wonder."
- Plato, Theaetetus
The Loyola Marymount University Department of Philosophy has a long-standing commitment to excellent teaching, careful advising, and productive scholarship, and is dedicated to providing a collegial and friendly environment conducive to ongoing intellectual development. The Philosophy Department is located in University Hall, Suite 3600.
Events
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Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:00:00 -0700Note: If you are interested in attending this event, please RSVP here or select the "Register" button on this page. “Intellectual virtues” are the personal qualities we need...
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Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:00 -0700Join us for a talk with Maureen Junker-Kenny, professor of theology and fellow emerita, Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland. The talk is titled "A Public Sphere Fragmented by...
On the Poignancy of "Melancholic Joy"
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