Department of Law and Philosophy Once separate departments, Law and Philosophy were merged into one department in 2024. Department of Law and Philosophy Once separate departments, Law and Philosophy were merged into one department in 2024. Breadcrumb academics departments law and philosophy About the Department The mission of the Department of Law and Philosophy is to educate and inspire cadets to be commissioned leaders of character who think critically and creatively, communicate effectively, and make ethical decisions consistent with the law. Explore the history of Law and Philosophy Majors Cadets may choose to major in Law and Legal Studies or Philosophy. Law and Legal Studies Philosophy Research Explore research conducted by our cadets and faculty. Lieber Institute for Law and Warfare West Point Center for the Rule of Law Internships Cadets have the opportunity to apply for a summer Academic Individual Advanced Development (AIAD) program, a USMA-run academic enrichment experience. Summer Internships (AIADs) Clubs & Programs The Department of Law and Philosophy offers cadets an opportunity to join a variety of engaging clubs and programs. Mock Trial Club Philosophy Forum Speech and Parliamentary Debate Team Ethics Debate Team Department Leadership COL Winston Williams Professor Department Head Winston Williams is a Colonel in the U.S. Army and a professor in the Department of Law & Philosophy at the United States Military Academy, West Point, New York. Read more about Colonel Winston Williams Meet the Law and Philosophy faculty and staff Follow us Contact Us 606 Thayer RoadWest Point, NY 10996 Email Law and Philosophy Prospective Staff & Faculty Want to learn more about becoming an academic instructor in the ​Department of Law and Philosophy? Join the Law and Philosophy team Helpful Links U.S. Army Funded Legal Education ProgramLieber Series (Oxford University Press)