The courses in Philosophy are designed to enrich the lives of students by acquainting them with the important philosophers of the past and present and to stimulate them to think critically regarding the nature of reality, the methods of knowing, and the standards of moral and aesthetic judgment. The experiences of students in these courses should help them evaluate the many currents of thought in the contemporary world and communicate their views clearly and meaningfully.

No major or minor offered.

Philosophy Courses

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PHI 201 Introduction to Philosophy 3 credits
An introduction to philosophical thought through the study of the problems of reality, knowledge, ethics, aesthetics, and theology.
Offered as needed.

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PHI 202 Ethics 3 credits
A study of the standards which people use in making moral judgments. The student is encouraged to think critically about such concepts as good, evil, right, wrong, moral obligation, and moral responsibility.
Offered as needed.

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PHI 324 Major Religions 3 credits
A study of the nature, origin and development of the major non-Christian religions of the world. (Cross-listed as REL 324)
Prerequisite: REL 100 Introduction to the Bible, REL 111 Introduction to Religion, REL 121 Introduction to Christianity or equivalent. Offered as needed.

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PHI 399 Special Topics 1-3 credits
A selected area of study in philosophy. The topic is announced in the appropriate semester’s course schedule.
Prerequisite: Generally, sophomore standing or permission of instructor. Offered as needed.

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PHI 489 Readings in Philosophy 1-3 credits
An independent study course or a seminar in which the student deals with a special area of philosophical study under the guidance of the instructor.
Prerequisites: 9 hours of philosophy and permission of instructor.

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Last Updated on January 19, 2007