Philosophy Minor
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Program Delivery
Residential Program
Degree Designation
Undergraduate Minor
Program Level
Undergraduate
Program Description
The philosophy minor provides an encounter with the major concepts of Western thought in both historical and contemporary perspectives. Eastern ideas and attitudes are related at crucial points of intersection.
The minor provides a chance to engage in open-ended, critical thinking about basic ideas in ethics, politics, religion, and science, both in relation to current debates and as they have developed since the beginnings of philosophy in ancient Greece.
Additional Program Information
Minor is eligible for residential programs.
Outcome
Identify, analyze, synthesize, and/or critique philosophical and/or religious texts in relation to historical and/or contemporary contexts
Outcome
Apply philosophical and/or religious ideas to moral issues
Outcome
Conduct research and construct arguments and/or counterarguments in writing and/or debate formats
Admission Criteria
No additional admission requirements.