On this page you can find links to research resources, helpful websites for reference, tips for making stronger arguments, as well as information on where to get academic help on campus. Scroll down to look at the different categories.
Reference and Encyclopedia
Tips for writing a philosophy paper
Step by step guidelines for outlining a powerful argument in any topic.
Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy
A great source for academic articles on almost every philosophical argument. Very technical, however so be aware that you don’t unintentionally plagiarize if you use this as a resource.
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Another great resource for detailed information on philosophical debates and issues. Slighty less technical.
The classic encyclopedia online. Also available through the College of Charleston library page.
A bulletin board of articles and news about historical and contemporary continental philosophers.
A great source to look for a PDF files for free. Includes articles and books of all genres.
Another online resource for academic articles like JSTOR or Project Muse.
Just like it sounds, this site connects you to several different dictionary sites for comparison.
Magazines and Blogroll
The most read English langauge philosophy magazine. New issues come out every two months and aim to make to philosophical discusssions exciting and accessible. Articles on all topics in Western Philosophy are covered.
A small group blog dedicated to issues in Philosophy of Religion.
The Chronicle of Higher Education
The Chronicle is the no.1 source for news, information and jobs in Universities. Issues in the Chronicle Review relate to the arts and literature.
A daily update of articles and news fron all over the internet! It can be a little overwhelming, but you’re bound to find something intriguing every time.
A quarterly magazine that often includes interviews and discussions with top-tier contemporary philosophers.
A typepad coordinated by CofC’s own Thomas Nadelhoffer. This site focuses on articles, and events in the developing field of experimental philosophy.
A blog site dedicated to the study of metaphysics.
Academia
American Philosophical Association
Additional Resources