History, Philosophy & Political Science

HISTORY, PHILOSOPHY AND POLITICAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

The members of the Department of History, Philosophy, and Political Science at Kingsborough Community College comprise a group of professional scholars and teachers who are dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and the education of students. The study of the liberal arts not only prepares students for understanding the world they live in, but also enables them to acquire valuable skills that are applicable to many careers. The ability to criticize, organize, and synthesize extensive materials and to write with clarity and precision are important qualities for success in a variety of jobs not directly related to our disciplines.

Please consider enrolling in our Concentrations

History Concentration (New Fall 2025)

Political Science Concentration

Philosophy Concentration

Catalog Course Descriptions

History Philosophy Political Science

• Jacob Segal
  Chairperson

• jacob.segal@kbcc.cuny.edu

• Paula Thompson
  CUNY- Office Assistant
• paula.thompson@kbcc.cuny.edu

• Phone: (718) 368-5417

• Fax: (718) 368-4654
• D-309

• History Coordinator: Jacek Czarnecki
• Jacek.Czarnecki@kbcc.cuny.edu

• Philosophy Coordinator: Richard Legum
• Richard.Legum@kbcc.cuny.edu

• Political Science Coordinator: Jamie Aroosi
• Jamie.Aroosi@kbcc.cuny.edu

In this video, Prof. Joe Terry presents a thought-provoking set of reasons why the study of philosophy promises to be enriching, empowering, and enlightening