Minor in Philosophy
The purpose of the minor in philosophy is to offer students a structured program in philosophy that will enhance any baccalaureate major. The minor will be open to all academic programs accommodating a minor. There are no prerequisites for the minor, although individual courses may have prerequisites.
Minor Requirements (15 cr. hr.)
P100 Introduction to Philosophy (3)
P150 Elementary Logic (3)
One of the following:
P120 Personal and Social Ethics (3)
P140 Introduction to Ethics (3)
P145 Introduction to Social and Political Philosophy (3)
Two electives in philosophy at the 200 level or above (6)
All courses applied to the minor must be completed with a grade of C (2.0) or better.
Evaluation
You should maintain a file of all written work submitted in all courses taken for this minor. Upon completion of your coursework, you will need to submit a portfolio, containing samples of your best work. The portfolio will be prefaced by an interpretive essay that shows how the selected works demonstrate your achievement of the learning objectives of the minor as indicated below. The portfolio may be assembled in consultation with the minor advisor.