Philosophy Minor

Study ancient thoughts and compare them to contemporary views while learning about ethics, human nature and more.

The Philosophy minor will enrich your appreciation of the history of reflection and guide your comprehensive and critical evaluation of current issues and trends. Through our program, you will receive a rich foundation in the social sciences, law and theology.

Philosophy has been particularly beneficial to students going into career fields that place a high priority on critical thinking and analytical skills such as a lawyer, minister, journalist, counselor, businessperson and health professionals.

Requirements

A minor in Philosophy requires 18 hours consisting of the following:

Minor Requirements (18 Hours)
Choose 18 hours from the following options (6 courses)
- PHI 101 - Logic
- PHI 102 - Philosophy of Human Nature
- PHI 116 - Ethics
- PHI 216 - Contemporary Moral Problems
- PHI 217 - Philosophy of Art
- PHI 218 - Power, Justice, Money: Introduction to Political Philosophy
- PHI 251 - Environmental Ethics
- PHI 298 - Ancient Philosophy and Spirituality
- PHI 299 - Modern Philosophy
- PHI 300 - Contemporary Philosophy
- PHI 301 - Philosophy of History
- PHI 318 - Philosophy of Religion
- PHI 320 - African-American Philosophy
- PHI 383 - Special Topics in Philosophy
- PSY 325 - Brain and Mind
- REL 220 - Theologies of Liberation
- SOC 390 - Social Theory
- With approval, an FYE 100, HUM 188, HUM 310, or REL course could count in this area. No more than 6 hours in the minor can be shared with another major or minor.