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I choose Western to major in Philosophy because I really like the courses they offered

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and after visiting campus and meeting with the professors

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I really fell in love with Western

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One of my favorite courses in Philosophy is the phenomenology class

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I think it's one that you'd be hard pressed to find at other universities

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By being able to take this class I'm actually learning more about the history of western philosophy and critical thinking

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This year as a senior I also participate in the academic excellence showcase

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where I presented a paper on John Rawl's theory of justice

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While I'm also involved with the student of veterans association

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and we have the veteran center at the Werner University Center

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It's a great way to do campus events

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to meet with other veteran students

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and also to receive staff support

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After serving 20 years in the military I decided to come to college to get my degree in philosophy

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so that I could have meaningful conversations about the problems we face in our modern world

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and discuss reasonable solutions that respect everyone's point of view

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I would easily recommend Western to students who are serious about getting an excellent education

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the classes are small enough for engagement with your peers

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and this also allows the professors to get to know the student's further aspirations

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You'd be hard pressed to find the balance of affordability and intimacy that Western provides

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Western Oregon University, where every student matters

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