Mission Statement

The objectives of the undergraduate Philosophy Department center on intellectual content and skills becoming part of the student's life and character: (1) development of the habit of reflective and evaluative thinking; (2) growth in the ability to read and understand philosophic literature and to write well about this material; (3) gaining an acquaintance with the intellectual tradition of the West; (4) acquiring the ability to apply philosophical concepts to life's problems; (5) making serious progress in formulating one's own world and life view; and (6) advancing towards full intellectual and personal integration of academic studies with Christian teaching.

Distinctives

The Philosophy Department stresses a clear understanding on where the central ideas of Christian and competing worldviews came from and the ability to understand intellectual argumentation and how to use it effectively. The department also stresses the development of a Christian worldview and an appreciation for Christian intellectual gifts to the humanities and sciences. Additionally, the Philosophy Department values the skill to integrate faith and learning and the inclination toward and freedom to participate fully as Christians in our secular culture.