Welcome
to the Department of
Philosophy & Religion
Grim Hall, Room 300, extension 7295
(484) 365-7295 phone
(484) 365-8098 fax
The
Department of Philosophy and Religion offers a B.A. or B.S. in
Philosophy and in Religion. The Department also offers minors in
Ethics, Philosophy, and Religion.
As a core discipline in the liberal arts, the Philosophy program aims to produce individuals who
are able to rationally examine fundamental questions about life, society, and
the universe in the pursuit of knowledge, value, and wisdom. The aim is that graduates will be proficient
in the use of philosophical techniques of analysis and will be critical
thinkers, capable of making sound judgments in the various areas of human
inquiry.
The Religion program seeks to produce students who are analytical thinkers and articulate
communicators in regard to the fundamental questions of life. The Department
strives to develop students who have a critical understanding of a broad range
of religious beliefs and phenomena observed in diverse traditions. Furthermore,
the Department’s mission is to prepare students for graduate school,
professional careers and effective leadership.
The Pre-Law Program
While not required for entry into
law schools, the Pre-Law Program offers a Pre-Law Certificate and
provides valuable experience contributing to success in law school and
a law career. The Philosophy major and Pre-Law Certificate together
provide excellent preparation for law school.
Pre-Law Program
