This course is designed to introduce and develop the notion of worldview from a Christian philosophical perspective. The course will pay special attention to the hermeneutical issues surrounding worldview and the important role philosophy has played in western culture.

A historical and critical study of the thought of Plato and Aristotle with special emphasis placed on the reading of primary texts.

A historical and critical study of the synthesis of Christian and Greek thought in the work of Augustine and Aquinas with special emphasis placed on the reading of primary texts.

A study of the rise and critique of the modern political conceptions of the nation-state, social contract, classical liberalism and post-nationalism. The course will concentrate on major political thinkers such as Hobbes, Kant, Hegel.

A study of the development of important ethical theories from Greek sources to postmodern concerns.

Academic credit and evaluation for practical work-learning experience in the field of philosophy developed in cooperation with an internship coordinator and a sponsoring organization.

An in-depth analysis of one or more important philosophical thinkers. The course can be repeated for credit.

An analysis of the major philosophical problems of religion in the twenty-first century. Emphasis is placed on the problem of religious knowledge in relation to faith and reason, traditional arguments for the existence of God, and contemporary difficulties of religious language and verification.

A study of the issues and concerns surrounding the expansion of economic and political boundaries and alternative visions stressing the local.

Guided readings and reports in areas of interest and need. The student may complete an in-depth study of specific areas of philosophy.

Formal class dependent upon student demand and interest of the professor. May deal with particular philosophers or philosophical problems.

With faculty supervision, the student researches and/or writes on a specific area of interest in philosophy.