哲学和宗教艺术学士学位

哲学和宗教学位课程的总体目标与哲学课程的目标相似，此外，该课程有助于学生探索人类意义的起源，性质和结构。哲学和宗教学位包括研究各个时代不同群体，社区和个人的精神思想和实践。这些课程强调了将知识和经验的不同领域整合到更广泛的人类社区视野，阅读和分析文本以及为深刻的自我反思和思考的学科发展技能的中心重要性。学生将获得有关各种宗教传统的基础知识，并对他们感兴趣的特殊领域有更深入的了解。该计划的目的是为学生提供必要的技术和见解，以严格检查宗教对确定性，社区和社会正义的追求所引起的问题，经验和关注。<br> <br
The Philosophy and Religion degree program has some general aims similar to those of the Philosophy program, in addition, this course of study assists students in the exploration of the origin, nature, and structure of the quest for human meaning. The philosophy and religion degree includes the study of the spiritual thought and practice of diverse groups, communities, and individuals throughout the ages. Courses emphasize the central importance of integrating diverse areas of knowledge and experience into wider visions of human community, reading and analyzing texts, and developing skills for the disciplines of profound self-reflection and contemplation. Students will gain basic knowledge about diverse religious traditions and develop a deeper understanding of their special areas of interest. The goal of this program is to provide students with techniques and insights needed for rigorous examination of the issues, experiences, and concerns arising from religious quests for certainty, community, and social justice.<br><br>The department welcomes students from other majors or programs who wish to examine their personal philosophy and religious beliefs and practices, investigate the philosophies and religions of others, or sharpen their skills as independent thinkers.<br><br>Many of the courses offered are not only appropriate as part of a philosophy and religion major but are of special interest to students in other fields. These courses are designed to help students understand the theoretical frameworks, religious implications, and more abstract dimensions of the paramount areas of knowledge. Students interested in either the philosophical and religious understanding of a field of knowledge, or in philosophy and religion for self-understanding, should feel free to consult the department chairperson or an advisor on appropriate courses.