• University Operations Update

    Return to Normal Operations - Tuesday, Feb. 3

    Lenoir-Rhyne will return to normal, in-person operations beginning Tuesday, Feb. 3, at all campus locations — Hickory, Asheville and Columbia.

    • Road conditions: We recognize that road conditions may remain hazardous in some areas and that travel may still be challenging.
    • Students: Those unable to travel safely to campus should communicate directly with their instructors to discuss absences.
    • Faculty and staff: Those unable to travel safely to campus should communicate directly with their supervisor to discuss appropriate arrangements.
    • Your safety remains our top priority, and we appreciate your continued communication and flexibility as we transition back to normal operations.
    • The university community is also invited to join President McGee for a Welcome Back Warm-Up on Tuesday from 8:30–9:30 a.m. in the Cromer Center on the Hickory campus. Stop by to enjoy donuts, coffee and hot chocolate as we reconnect and welcome one another back to campus.

    Operation Updates

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.

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