College's catalog - Trinity Christian College

Philosophy
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Philosophy
S. Lake (chair), G. Pierson, A. Reppmann
The philosophy department introduces students to the major philosophical traditions that have
shaped past and present worldviews and offers a foundation of a biblical worldview as developed
within the Reformed biblical understanding, with opportunities to apply these insights to
philosophical claims. The department also aims to guide students in acquiring and using the tools
of critical analysis of philosophical texts and philosophical ideas, and the tools for communicating
these insights both orally and in written form.
The philosophy department offers a major and minor in philosophy. A major in philosophy
is offered for students who wish to explore in depth the implications of God’s revelation for
theoretical and philosophical reflection. It builds upon the foundation of Holy Scriptures as
interpreted by the historic Reformed creeds. Its service to the student is to ground a consistent,
Christian worldview with historical sensitivity, systematic breadth, and conceptual clarity.
The philosophy major is excellent preparation for virtually any career and especially recommended
for students who plan to pursue further study in areas such as philosophy, theology, ministry,
political science, law, and history. A double major in philosophy and another discipline can serve
as broader, interdisciplinary preparation. The philosophy minor is suited to meet the needs of
students majoring in another field.
The philosophy major consists of 30 hours:
philosophy 101, 102 (or 108*), 201, 202, 206, 401, 402;
Two from: philosophy 295, 310, 311.
Two philosophy electives (6 hours)
* for members of the honors program
The philosophy minor consists of 18 hours:
philosophy 101, 102 (or 108*), 201, 202;
Two philosophy electives (6 hours).
* for members of the honors program
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