Minor: 21 crs.

Philosophy encourages: clear and critical thinking; and a rational approach to problem-solving using conceptual analysis, dialogue, and argument. Due to the inerdisciplinary character of philosophy, the minor is also a valuable complement to most majors (in particular, Art, History, English, Natural Science, Theology, Psychology, Social Work).

The emphasis on the careful statement and evaluation of arguements makes a philosophy minor good preparation for those entering the legal profession. Society needs individuals who are able to communicate clearly, to evaluate and construct arguments for or against a viewpoint, and to question received ideas. A minor in philosophy aims to satisfy this need.

The Philosophy minor required 21 credits total. Students must take 3 required courses and then select 4 other philosophy courses. Students may double-dip one class: one of the required classes for philosophy minors can also count as the Philosophical Foundations class in the core. 

Required Courses for Philosophy Minor: (9 credits)

PHIL 201 Introduction to Philosophy - 3

PHIL 250 Moral Philosophy - 3

PHIL 211 Elementary Logic or PHIL 325 Christian Apologetics - 3

Elective Courses for Philosophy Minor: (select 12 credits)

PHIL 309 History & Philosophy of Science

PHIL 311 The Christian Mind

PHIL 325 Christian Apologetics (if not used as the logic course above)

PHIL 333 Special Topics in Philosophy

PHIL 334 Christ and Culture

PHIL 335 Readings in Bioethics

REL 376 Christian Ethics

PHIL 381/ART 381 Aesthetics

LEGL 435 Legal Ethics

ENG 475 Literary Criticism

Independent Study