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Minor in Philosophy
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Program Overview

“The unexamined life is not worth living.”

-Socrates

In a world dominated by knowledge, there is still a need for wisdom, a need for insight.

Philosophy asks fundamental questions about how and why we are WHO we are, examining issues of intelligence and identity, power and purpose, meaning and morality. There is no field of study that, ultimately, is not informed by the broader consideration of reality, human nature, and ethics that philosophy provides.

Practical reasons to take a minor in philosophy:

  • Develop your ability to reason and think in a clear and disciplined manner.
  • Persuade others of the correctness of your positions.
  • Make informed value judgments about difficult courses of action.
  • Learn to detect mistakes in the reasoning of others and yourself.
  • Enhance your ability to communicate clearly.

Contact

Department of Humanities, Social Sciences, Communication

humchair@ltu.edu

Curriculum

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Humanities, Social Sciences, and Communication - Core Curriculum - Flowchart

Five upper-division courses in philosophy (not including prerequisites) Consult HSSC advisor.

15

Prerequisites:

Course Name

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Credits

Engaging Ancient Texts

A historical survey that develops students’ abilities to critically engage texts of the ancient global world, placing an emphasis on the way these texts reflect their context and human experience. Readings may draw from philosophy, history, literature, visual art, and more. Class activities include reading of primary sources, seminar discussion, and writing in various genres. May be taken concurrently with COM 1103.

HUM1213

3

Engaging Modern Texts

A historical survey that develops students’ abilities to engage texts of the modern global world, placing an emphasis on the way these texts reflect their context and human experience. Readings may draw from philosophy, history, literature, visual art, photography, film, digital media, and more. Class activities include reading of primary sources, seminar discussion, and writing in various genres. May be taken concurrently with COM 1103.

HUM1223

3

Total Credits:

21

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